The Value of Perspective
“Oh, to start out each day and greet each encounter with open arms—” (Dorothy Day: Spiritual Writings) On some days the option of greeting each encounter “with open arms” lacks luster in my daily aspirations. […]
A Time for Skin-Shedding
This month as we enter the Lenten season, I am sharing an excerpt from my book, Dear Heart, Come Home. I wrote this book at a time of much spiritual growth. I hope the following excerpts will contain hope and [...]
Inner Harmony
I’m currently rereading Thomas Merton: When the Trees Say Nothing. In my thirties, Merton’s writings provided a spiritual reservoir of insight and guidance. I learned from this monk of Gethsemane how nothing of our lives can be left out when it [...]
Stay Close to the Source of Strength
A few days ago I was mumbling to myself about not being eager to enter 2025. Then I read an editorial in the NCR by John Grosso whose words lent credence to my apprehension. Grosso describes what he perceives in regard [...]
