Posted in Weekly Reflection on Jun 28th, 2009
We have a tendency to label people. Sometimes labeling serves as a protection, preparing us to act appropriately. Labeling may shield us from heartache or expectations unfilled. In our gospel today, it seems the people are good at labeling!
The disciples are puzzled by Jesus’ question, “Who touched me?” when the crowds are pressing him. The [...]
Posted in Community Service on Jun 25th, 2009
Sisters Helen Nordick and Martha Reed joined 27 teenagers and adults as they vacationed in New Orlerans this summer. As one of many groups sponsored by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Youngstown during the past four years, the travelers’ had a specific goal. Their project, coordinated by Father Edward Brientz, targeted a brick ranch [...]
Posted in Weekly Reflection on Jun 21st, 2009
Growing up on Lake Erie, I had opportunity to see small vessels caught in storms, buffeted by wind and rain. And as a child, storms frightened me. My mother would light a blessed candle, reassuring me that all would be well. Today violent storms cause me to pause. I have expensive surge protectors to protect [...]
Posted in Weekly Reflection on Jun 14th, 2009
“It’s all in the details” was my father’s mantra. He was methodical in his preparations. From him we learned that nothing significant in our lives happens without preparation. We spend years in school before we begin a profession. We spend months preparing for a wedding; years preparing for profession of vows in a religious congregation. [...]
Posted in Weekly Reflection on Jun 7th, 2009
There is a legend which recounts the return of Jesus to glory after his time on earth. He bore the marks of his cruel cross and shameful death. The angel Gabriel approached him and asked, “Master, do they know all about how you loved them and what you did for them?”
“No,” replied Jesus, “not yet. [...]