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 […]
