“The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision”. Powerful words coming from a woman who lost her sight and hearing before her second birthday.
Let’s exp[ore Jesus’ vision.
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Are Interruptions the story of your life?
Does it feel like interruptions are the story of your life?Have you ever thought of interruptions as being the story of Jesus life? Let’s explore Jesus’ interruptions and what they can teach us.
What Does Labor Day Mean For You?
What does “Labor Day” mean for you?
Might there be a deep meaning of what “labor” means for Christians?
Is God Tired of Waiting for Us Among the Poor?
“When I first went to one of the most ravaged areas of Brooklyn, I thought I was bringing God to the poor. I quickly learned God was already there. I was on God’s turf!”
Is God getting tired of waiting for us?
Jesus – the Ultimate Bridge Builder
Over a lifetime, we each learn the stories of where we fit and don’t fit, and who are our good and bad guys. Sadly, at least in the eyes of God, for most of us, it is becoming increasingly difficult to avoid the trap of building walls instead of bridges.
A picture of polarization today?
Two images, a “Wise Old Woman” and a “Beautiful Young Lady” merge into one picture.
In this Vincentian Mindwalk explore with me what this picture can teach about deep polarization today.
Do Your Spiritual Hearing Aids Need Cleaning?
I remember well my first pair of hearing aids. What a difference they made!
Of course, I had to make sure the aids are not clogged with wax.
When Talk Doesn’t Run Cheap!
I must admit I was both surprised and not surprised by the controversy over Jesus’ cameo appearance at the Super Bowl. I knew it was coming. But I did not know the exact time. In this Vincentian Mindwalk I explore my reaction.
Longing for Belonging … Parish Possibilities
For the month of February 2023, Pope Francis asks people to join with him to pray that parishes be more open communities.
That got me thinking about our longing for belonging and the possibilities of parishes.
A Surprise Gift From Pope Francis
Much to my surprise, Pope Francis seemed to comment on yesterday’s Mindwalk.
Of course, I know he never read it … but his reflection today certainly fit!
See if you agree with his comments on “Blessed are the poor in Spirit.”
Jesus Flips the Religious and Cultural Script
In his first major sermon, Jesus names a group of people normally thought to be unfortunate and of no account. He pronounces them “blessed.” Jesus flips the script to show how different his mission was from what people expected.
Imagine That!
Imagine that! Many have done just that… and changed their world.
Let’s look at God’s imagination and the imagination of St. Vincent de Paul.
Word of God – Hand Grenade On Your Bookshelf?
Pope Francis believes the Bible is a highly dangerous book—so dangerous that is treated in some countries as if one were hiding a hand grenade in their closet.