Category Archives: From the Pastors

I don’t know if you’ve ever had the embarrassing experience of someone giving you a gift, only to realize, after opening it, that you absolutely don’t have any idea what it is, or what it’s for. What’s even worse, is … Continue reading →

It struck me the other day, when I realized that many of you in the Confirmation class, I actually baptized, 14 years ago in 1999, when you were just barely born, squirming, gurgling sleeping or crying in my arms. Imagine … Continue reading →

It was interesting to me, the other day, my youngest daughter, 9-year-old Susie and I, happened to be eating supper at the table together – Patty and Sarah were away for an appointment – and I suddenly had this moment … Continue reading →

There once was an ad campaign by a major insurance company that said, “Sometimes life comes at you fast.” No doubt. Life comes at us fast. In our urban, fast-paced, hyper-technological world, that is certainly the case. But life also … Continue reading →

Family Feuds and the Holy Spirit It’s been over 30 years since Archbishop Oscar Romero was assassinated while presiding over the Eucharist during worship in El Salvador.  Originally picked for the position because he was a cautious, thoughtful man, some … Continue reading →

She stood lost in her own world.  It was made up of sunshine and a rose bush.  She stood before the bush contemplating the beauty of it.  She looked at the deep red petals, overlapping each other. Bending forward, she … Continue reading →

In the story “Life of Pi” recently made into a movie, which some of you may’ve seen or read the book, the main character’s name is Pi. Already as a young boy, Pi starts to explore different religions: Hinduism, Islam … Continue reading →

When we hear the word “passion”, it’s often used in the context of a question: “What’s your passion?”; that is, what’s your strong interest or unique talent, or a driving force behind a personal hobby, goal or mission? Scuba-diving. Wood-working. … Continue reading →

I know it’s hard to believe on a day like today, given the last couple of days of a resurgence of winter, but we really are heading toward spring, really! Isn’t today officially the first day of spring, the spring … Continue reading →

At a recent meeting at the church, we were discussing how important it is to emphasize the positive, good, and effective ministry, activities, and practices in our faith community. We have every reason to be grateful and joyful. As a … Continue reading →