Prayer – July 9, 2019
“We must distinguish prayer from prayers. Saying prayers is one activity among others. But prayer is an attitude of the heart that can transform every activity… That means we ought to keep our heart open for the meaning of life. Gratefulness does this, moment by moment. Gratefulness is, therefore, prayerfulness.” –David Steindl-Rast, Gratefulness, the Heart […]
Aliveness – July 8, 2019
Because the gospel for this week emphasizes paring away distractions, I have selected quotes for reflection from Brother David Steindl-Rast, using his book, Gratefulness, the Heart of Prayer: An Approach to Life in Fullness (New York: Paulist Press, 1984). “That you have not yet died is not sufficient proof that you’re alive. It takes more […]
Begin it Now – July 5, 2019
“Until one is committed, there is hesitancy, the chance to draw back, always ineffectiveness, concerning all acts of initiative and creation. There is one elementary truth in ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then Providence moves too. All sorts of things occur to help one […]
Eyes to See – July 4, 2019
“We’ve been given eyes to see, but the question becomes, do we let our hearts be broken by that reality, and then, do we act?” –Dorothy Day