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Joy
Joy is the infallible sign of the presence of God. – Teilhard de Chardin This month, on October 17th, Santa Sabina Center’s online retreat is “Teilhard the Mystic: Exploring the Five Circles of the Divine Milieu,” with Ruth Droege, OP. So this month’s quotes are… Continue Reading “Joy”
Awakening to Oneness – Together We . . .
We are one, after all, you and I, together we suffer, together exist, and forever will recreate each other. – Teilhard de Chardin This month, on October 17th, Santa Sabina Center’s online retreat is “Teilhard the Mystic: Exploring the Five Circles of the Divine… Continue Reading “Awakening to Oneness – Together We . . .”
Wednesday of Hope – Restoring Hope
We must restore hope to young people, help the old, be open to the future, spread love. Be poor among the poor. We need to include the excluded and preach peace. – Pope Francis
Wednesday of Hope . . . 2
Hope is important because it can make the present moment less difficult to bear. If we believe that tomorrow will be better, we can bear a hardship today. – Thich Nhat Hanh
Fasting from Self-Concern
Today’s Lenten fast can be from too much self-concern. Instead, consider the experience and burdens of others, and “walk a mile in their moccasins.”
May Christmas Come
May Christmas Come by Alan Jones The rough beast slouching toward Bethlehem, still waits to come to term. Christmas comes and goes as we expect. Nothing changes. This year in New York, Jerusalem and Kabul, the Innocents are slaughtered according to Herod’s schedule. His… Continue Reading “May Christmas Come”
Thoughts on Hope – 13
Hope is important because it can make the present moment less difficult to bear. If we believe that tomorrow will be better, we can bear a hardship today. – Thich Nhat Hanh
What Is the Source of a True Smile?
The source of a true smile is an awakened mind. Smiling helps you approach the day with gentleness and understanding. – Thich Nhat Hanh Peace is Every Step
