“All has been occupied by Noise—Noise, the grand dynamism, the audible expression of all that is exultant, ruthless, and virile—Noise which alone defends us from silly qualms, despairing scruples, and impossible desires. We will make the whole universe a noise … Continue reading
“And after He had taken leave of them, He went up on the mountain to pray.” — Mark 6:46 I know exactly the area to which this Scripture verse is referring. It’s right below the Mount of Beatitudes and overlooks the … Continue reading
“What is wrong with our world? The problem is that we have lost the center. We’ve lost the center which is Jesus Christ.” These were some of the words of my pastor’s homily on Pentecost Sunday as he reflected on … Continue reading
A Crown and a Prayer There are no coincidences, only “Godcidences” or “Godwinks”, as I like to say. And recently there have been two profound such Godwinks related to the name and meaning of virus that’s turning life as we … Continue reading
“We are no longer able to hear God – There are too many different frequencies filling our ears.” – Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI Everywhere there is noise, from the ever-present television, to the radio or podcasts in the car, … Continue reading
What is a good life? Having a decent job and relationship? Having reasonable good health, pleasant friends and maybe the occasional vacation? It’s easy to settle for a “good” life, not a great life. Chances are you have come to … Continue reading
“Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things.” Philippians 4:8 What a perfect Scripture verse to contemplate as … Continue reading
There is a story about my patron and favorite saint, the great female doctor of the Church, Teresa of Avila, and it’s centered on her encouraging her fellow Carmelites after they received the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The story goes that … Continue reading
A few years ago, I was busy shopping for Christmas gifts and overheard the woman in front of me at the counter say something so sad. She grumbled to the store clerk as she was handing over her credit card, … Continue reading
“If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” 2 Chronicles … Continue reading
