On borders everywhere in the world today we find refugees, millions of them. They’re easily demonized, seen as a nuisance, a threat, as invaders, as criminals fleeing justice in their homelands. But mostly they are decent, honest people fleeing poverty, Continue reading →

We praise you for the beauty we see around us,
for the infinite variety of your creation –
the skies, the mountains, the valleys,
the plains, the rivers and the seas.
The bounty of your creation adds richness and providence Continue reading →

Lord, make me a witness to your truth.
Turn my eyes from evil.
Close my ears to falsehood.

Shield my mind from the temptation
To judge others who sin differently than I.

Seal my lips from adding to the noise Continue reading →

When the storm has passed…and the crowds are tamed.
And we are survivors…of a collective shipwreck.  With tearful heart…our destiny blessed.

We will feel joy…simply for being alive. And we’ll give a hug…to the first stranger.
And praise our good Continue reading →

It involves adopting sustainable practices and fostering an attitude of environmental stewardship. Here are some key points to guide one’s actions.

1. Care for the common home 

“Promote global solidarity in light of the fact that biodiversity is a global Continue reading →

The journey from the head to the heart is only 8 inches long, yet many people do not quite make it in their lifetime. This journey happens when we take the road of humility and value kindness, respect, and love. Continue reading →

The journey from the head to the heart is only 8 inches long, yet many people do not quite make it in their lifetime. This journey happens when we take the road of humility and value kindness, respect, and love. Continue reading →

God of life, there are days
when the burdens we carry are heavy on our shoulders and weigh us down,
when the road seems dreary and endless, the skies grey and threatening,
when our lives have no music in them, Continue reading →

The “four gives” and the “four gets” are about the “giving” and “receiving” attitudes in relationships with God, others, the world, and oneself.

Give others their Rights. Let us not deprive other people of what is due to them. Let Continue reading →

“God always speaks to you. All you have to do is listen”. My mother always offers this advice when I seek discernment in challenging situations.

Until recently, I could never fully grasp the idea of God speaking to me. When Continue reading →