The dogwood is associated by legend with the crucifixion: the cross and the crown of thorns in the center. When I was a child, my mother had some trees planted, and one that survived for several decades was My Dogwood. As I understand it, I followed the workmen around…

Susan relates the story of today’s gospel so well, I’ll send you there for that summary. And I’ll take up her challenge to reflect on what keeps me from being able to see that Jesus is with me. How many small walks to Emmaus do we make? I’m…

I just got back from making a run down to Holy Trinity where the men’s Cursillo is in progress. Amanda and I took off early, had a great breakfast at the IHOP, got caught in traffic, and finally made it to the retreat house in time to hear the sounds of the men…

There’s a song that we used to use for mass (back during the days of the original Glory & Praise). I suppose it got ditched because it was deemed “not liturgically appropriate” – but it meant alot then, and it still calls to memory a lot of…

Probably the most familiar scripture verse ever –and the central point of the Christian faith all in one sentence. As I think of how much love that required (requires) it brings to mind my current delight at the news that my only granddaughter will soon have a…