Loss and Legacy
Through death I begin to understand what it means to honour someone else’s legacy. Oxford dictionary tells us that a legacy is “something left or handed down by a predecessor.” … Continue readingLoss and Legacy
Tag: Resurrection
Running to the Tomb
Peter’s brow is furrowed with worry and his eyes are open wide in suspense. One wonders what thoughts were running through their distressed minds. Were the two men panicked at Mary Magdalene’s suggestion Jesus’ body had been unexpectedly moved or even worse, possibly stolen? Or was it fretful hope in the Master’s puzzling teachings which filled their souls? … Continue readingRunning to the Tomb
Lectio Divina: Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time (2016)
Lectio divina is a truly powerful prayer. It’s a prayer with a formula to follow rather than specific words to say and meditate on. In these lectio divina posts I have been using the upcoming Sunday Gospel readings. However, you can use this anytime you … Continue readingLectio Divina: Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time (2016)
Easter Season Favorites: Quick Takes Style
Happy Easter, friends! Yes, it has been five days since Easter Sunday, but it is still the Easter Season. We are in the Octave of Easter. We should still be celebrating. And why wouldn’t we! Jesus has Risen!! We spent 40 days in the desert, … Continue readingEaster Season Favorites: Quick Takes Style
The Final Days of Lent: Questions to Facilitate Lenten Reflection
Today is the 5th Friday of Lent and in just two days we’ll be celebrating Palm Sunday and ushering in Holy Week. Can you believe we’re already at the end of Lent? I feel like it has gone by really quickly this time around. But … Continue readingThe Final Days of Lent: Questions to Facilitate Lenten Reflection