I got hooked by Pope Francis Wednesday reflections on the Our Father. I am into my ninth decade of praying it. I have read many thoughtful commentaries. Yet the Holy Father is helping me pray the Our Father anew.
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Are We a “Listening” Community?
Hearing is the simple physiological act of hearing sounds. Listening means paying attention to sound, hearing something with thoughtful attention, and giving consideration.
Be Honest! Do We Prefer To Serve the “Good Poor”
Who do I prefer? When
I am honest with myself, I realize I prefer to serve. those whose poverty I understand.
Are there conditions on who we serve? – Do we feel good serving the “good: the “good poorâ€?
A Blessed Who Wore Blue Jeans and Nike?
What is the name of the new Blessed who wore blue Jeans and Nike? He is the first millennial to be named “Blessed “. He is presented as a role model for youth, a “saint of the ordinary,†and a possible patron saint for IT workers.
A Science Fiction Parable – Future, Past, and Present
Using a science fiction parable, this Vincentian Mindwalk explores the vastness of God’s creation to gain perspective on our future, past and present.
If These Moccasins Could Speak!
Pope Francis uses the image of moccasins to describe his 5,000-mile pilgrimage, not of conquest but of contrition. In this Vincentian Mindwalk, Francis’s own words speak directly without media filters.
Challenges of “Walking the Talk”
We all face challenges of walking the talk.
In this Vincentian Mindwalk, I look at some current events through the lens of “walking the talkâ€. These events have special significance for those who walk in the footsteps of St. Vincent, bringing “good news†to tho…
Corinth – Is the Past Prologue?
Is the past prologue?
In this Vincentian Mindwalk, I explore whether and how the church in Corinth 2000 years ago images the church of today… and tomorrow.
Distraction… or Insight?
How did a distraction in church turn into an insight?
In this Vincentian Mindwalk, I explore a Eucharistic interpretation of an ancient Indian greeting. “The divine in me bows to/greets the divine in you.”
Shocking Statements!!!
The OUR Father is not just a memorized formula or ritual title. Believing… and living accordingly… these words are truly a radical challenge for each and every one of us. We gloss over the implications of “OUR†We unconsciously think of “MY” father.
Do You Have Memories of Your Grandparents?
Pope Francis speaks from his heart when he speaks of his grandparents. I was not surprised when he declared a World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly.
We celebrate it each year on the fourth Sunday of July to coincide with the feast of Sts. Joachim and Anne, Jesus 
Are Catholic Families Mirrors of God’s Love?
This Vincentian Mindwalk started out as a virtual journey to Rome for the 10th World Meeting of Families.
To my surprise, it developed into a reflection on what the church can learn from “happy marriages.â€
Prophetic Episcopal Message Washes Up On Beach (1)
As if discovering a bottle with a message, I found a truly prophetic document published by the U.S. Catholic Bishops more than a quarter-century ago.
In this Vincentian Mindwalk, I invite you to make your own judgment about how prophetic it was … and still should be.