Monthly Archives: March 2006

I mentioned in my bio that I’m an educator. More specifically I’m the technology director for a K-12 school system. In that capacity and in my business I am exposed to technological advances on regular basis. Last night I was … Continue reading →

I’ve been invited to attend a three day retreat that’s focus is on Franciscan peacemaking. I’ll be traveling eleven or twelve hours by car to attend this event at the invitation of a friend who is a friar from nearby … Continue reading →

Today was a special day for our Secular Franciscan Fraternity. It was the day of our official visitation from the regional fraternity. It’s all a part of becoming a canonically recognized fraternity. It’s been a long journey for many of … Continue reading →

Today’s Gospel is the Jesus standard for forgiveness. Seventy-seven times is a metaphor for infinity when it comes to forgiveness. Civil societies in the west today know of no such compassion when it comes to forgiveness. This is nothing like … Continue reading →

I came across a really interesting blog today by way of an email note I received. I am supporter of the Friends Committee on National Legislation. Actually, I’m a poor supporter of FCNL. I don’t send them as much money … Continue reading →

Today is St. Patrick’s Day and as an American descended from Irish roots it has been a day for the wearing of the green. I began my day with Mass at our local church. I reflected that this will be … Continue reading →

Today’s readings for Mass are powerful. In the first reading from Jeremiah, “cursed is the man who trusts in human beings, who trusts in flesh..Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord.” The psalm adds to that with. “Blessed … Continue reading →

I’ve been thinking about my previous post. Thomas Merton is one of my spiritual ancestors. I often refer to his Seven Storey Mountain and compare his journey with mine. Merton was a mystic and maybe only mystics really understand him. … Continue reading →