Living in God’s Kingdom – Nov. 10, 2022

“When Merton told me that “one thing for sure about heaven is that there is not going to be much of you there,” he was, I think, referring to the mystery that even now we are in God’s kingdom. And that even now we can begin to realize it if we but die to egocentric […]

Take Nothing for Your Journey – Aug. 10, 2022

“One day Jesus called together his twelve disciples and gave them power and authority to cast out all demons and to heal all diseases. Then he sent them out to tell everyone about the Kingdom of God and to heal the sick. “Take nothing for your journey,” he instructed them. “Don’t take a walking stick, […]

How Hard it Is – Aug. 9, 2022

“Jesus said to him, “There is still one thing lacking. Sell all that you own and distribute the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; then come, follow me.” But when the man heard this, he became sad; for he was very rich. Jesus looked at the man and said, “How […]

Holding His Hand – Oct. 26, 2021

Holding His hand,I relinquish my leadAllowing myself to be led. Leaving the confines     of the life I have lived,I find a new world in its stead. The vision of Jesus –His Light lights our way.The Kingdom of God is at hand. I stand at the edge     of His dream for meAnd suddenly I understand. —Beams of Prayer: […]