Monthly Archives: April 2011

More Merton

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Don Watkins

Today, a calligrapher whom I commissioned to do some special work for me asked for the full quote, “Sit finis libri, non finis qaerendi.” She wanted to know where that came from and who wrote it for attribution. All of … Continue reading →

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Metanoia and mindfulness

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Don Watkins

In a few weeks I’ll be a graduate of St. Bonaventure University. I’ll have my degree in hand and I’m looking to make a difference in the lives of children. I’ve got some ideas of applying Franciscan spiritual principles to … Continue reading →

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Incarnation and Resurrection

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Don Watkins

Too often incarnation and resurrection are just words and thoughts that are too abstract for most of us to get a handle on. For Franciscans the incarnation is about the primacy of Christ. The universe exists for Christ not Christ … Continue reading →

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Allegany Harvest Market

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Don Watkins

I’m helping some friends and fellow cooperative market share holders do something good for the future of the Allegany Harvest Market which is a new cooperative market venture being started in Houghton, New York. I’m excited and I hope that … Continue reading →

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Sit finis libri, non finis quaerendi

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Don Watkins

The Latin phrase, “Sit finis libri, non finis quaerendi,” comes from the end of Thomas Merton’s, “Seven Storey Mountain.” Merton’s books and thinking have animated much of my adult life. In a couple of weeks I’ll be officially finished with … Continue reading →

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A Reflection on Scripture

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Don Watkins

This video clip is one that I love and one that animates my life. From as far back as I can remember this part of scripture has had great meaning in my life. It comes from Matthew 25: 34-40 Then … Continue reading →

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Good news

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Don Watkins

Today I wrapped up an internship and received good news that I had passed my comprehensive examinations at St. Bonaventure University. It’s late and I’m tired but I’m also very grateful. I want to thank all the people who prayed … Continue reading →

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