The Summer Day – Feb. 4, 2019
The wonderful poet Mary Oliver died on January 17th at the age of 83. She was considered “a poet of the natural world”. She made nature sing and dance in a spirit filled way for me. Quite likely, you’ve read a poem or two of hers. Moved by the rich simplicity with which she wrote, […]
June 22, 2018
“The mystical consciousness is the instrument through which we receive into our deepest being the love that surrounds us and is seeking to penetrate us. This love energy, this presence, this hope is inexhaustible. The real Word of God says: Be with me. I will not abandon or forsake you. Leave your privilege. Leave the […]
Is It Life-Giving?
In the gospel reading for today (Mark 2:23-3:6) Jesus is being challenged by the religious authorities, ostensibly for not keeping to their interpretation of Sabbath regulations, more likely, for turning their world upside down. Jesus’ way of extravagant and unconditional inclusion and mercy is a threat to their way of life. If Jesus cannot be […]
May 29, 2018
“Only what we do for love will last beyond our brief lives.” -Killian Noe