“Make me an instrument of your peace,” we pray regularly in our parish. I wonder what instrument I would be in God’s orchestra – an oboe, a cello, or something else? Following Jesus means playing a part in a gracious performance. The Holy Ghost makes beautiful movements, offers subtle directions, and provides new sheets of … Read more
We are about to start a new school year! This year is likely to be filled with additional challenges as we all continue to deal with COVID and its impact on our world. Covering our children with prayer is one of the most important ways we can support our children when they return to school … Read more
MY son wasn’t a movie star, celebrity, or millionaire. But Simon Annis has a place in history. 7th Ann with son Simons presented to Elizabeth Cross after he was killedPhoto credit: Neil Jones – The Sun He was one of 454 British military personnel who lost their lives in Afghanistan. When he died 12 years … Read more
About today Readings Saint Augustine 1 Thessalonians 4: 9-11. The Lord comes to rule the earth with righteousness – Ps 97 (98): 1, 7-9. Matthew 25: 14-30. The kingdom of heaven will not be quite as expected The beauty and frustration of Jesus’ use of parables is that they are ambiguous. Sometimes they feel open … Read more
While the pandemic has been a time of self-reflection for many people, Karen Strumos, trainer at Soulfull, says it can also be a time of self-reflection As our way of life has completely changed, many people have sought their souls during the pandemic and a Newmarket medium is helping some to find answers. Karen Strumos … Read more
“Do not be concerned about anything, but in everything through prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your petitions be made known to God.” ~ Philippians 4: 6 Prayer is our primary tool in healing what is causing pain in our family. Whether physical or emotional pain, God can give comfort and restoration. Pray that God … Read more
After spending the last couple weeks fussing over the table settings and getting the mood lighting just right, Venus sashays into its air domicile of Libra on August 15th/16th. Much like a gracious host slipping into their cocktail attire before the guests arrive, Venus is ready to make it all look effortless again and enjoy … Read more
Tampa, Florida – For author Shaw Kuzki, born in 1957 and raised in Hiroshima, one of the two Japanese cities devastated by the atomic bombing of August 1945, preserving and honoring stories from a harrowing past was a driving force. “Most of my classmates (grew up) were second generation survivors,” says Kuzki. “Some of them … Read more
About today Readings Deuteronomy 4: 1-2, 6-8. The righteous will live in the presence of the Lord – Ps 14 (15): 2-5. James 1: 17-18, 21-22, 27.Mark 7: 1-8, 14-15, 21-23. True religion is of the mind – not just a matter of outward observance Outward obeisance without conversion of heart is useless and, at … Read more
Ethics, or moral philosophy, deals with what is right and wrong. It influences individual decisions which then usually affect the larger community. It is not easy to legislate, even though governments have tried. It is not something that the religions have exclusive, although some have claimed it is. All professions have their own ethical statements, … Read more