If we have been conscious of the need to build and to nourish our personal relationships we have discovered that each relationship project is a work in progress. That is particularly true of course with respect to our relationship with our Creator. We may fail in our relationship building with others for reasons that may … More DISCOVERING THE ELUSIVE YOU

As Christians we’re called to let the light shine out. At times, when we are discouraged, we are tempted to reflect on whether or not there is any light to shine either in or out. When that happens remind yourself that as the adopted daughter or son of God you just naturally reflect light because … More LETTING THE LIGHT SHINE OUT

I recall Helen’s uncle Roi commenting during the last 10 to 15 years of his life, that old age does not come alone. As I continue my own pilgrimage into my senior years I often think of his comments as both Helen and I begin to experience the physical effects of aging. When you get … More DESIGNING THE LAST CHAPTERS

Grace is a curious thing. The fact that it is being dispensed to us does not always come to our attention. It is however the primary spiritual nourishment available to us and it is one of the primary ways through which the Holy Spirit endeavors to guide us. At times Grace has a bitter taste … More UNDERSTANDING GRACE

Absorbed as we are in the details of daily life, we often fail to take the time to look at the big picture. It is only when we set aside the distractions of daily living to contemplate the wonder of our creation and the work of our Creator in sustaining us that we begin to … More LEARNING TO BE THANKFUL

Perhaps the greatest treasure we have as Christians is the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. To possess that treasure and to mine it is what being a Christian is about. How we mine the treasure, of course, is dictated by the Spirit and that requires a process by which we are able to discern the … More CONTEMPLATING THE PRESENCE

For most of us, the vagaries of life have a way of grabbing our attention sometimes so fully that we have trouble focusing on our daily tasks and we encounter that burning sensation in our chest that seems to persist without abatement. Our sleep is interrupted sometimes completely by a mind that will not let … More RIDING THE WAVE OF DISAPPOINTMENT

Our western culture imposes all sorts of burdens on us consistent with the notion of self help. Pedal to the metal is the response of many who see in themselves deficiencies that need to be addressed. There is, all too often, the false assumption that “only I can fix” these perceived deficiencies and that, to … More RELOCATING THE LOAD

I love this period of the year as spring nudges out winter. We experience re-birth.  For Christians too this time of year sees an extra spring in our step. Catholic Christians in particular have just come off the lengthy period of lent in preparation for the celebration of Easter and the scriptures always start in … More BOARDING THE SHIP

The joy of real freedom is not to be taken lightly. I say this because those who have struggled to be free and have achieved their freedom are joyful indeed. Freedom has much more to do with your inner sense of peace then it has to do with whether or not you are or have … More LEARNING TO BE FREE