and more people from the life of Jesus. I can identify with Lazarus – how many times have I attempted to crawl into my cave and die? Or at least refuse to live? That is my first reaction to stress, or fear. Jesus has to be summoned to call me back to life. I can…

I’ll revisit this, I’m sure… it’s all wrapped up in Sunday’s gospel which was the story of Lazarus, from John’s gospel. It has something to do with being called back from the dead to the light of day. It has something to do with…

… and other interesting characters from the life of Jesus I’ve wondered about that woman: did she outlive 5 husbands? was she divorced 5 times (I didn’t think that would happen is Biblical times in that part of the world, but who knows)? Did folks…

Traditionally, there are 14 stations of the cross. The 14th station is “Christ is buried.” Some places add a 15th station: The Resurrection. We got word this morning that our friend Nick died suddenly yesterday. I don’t know the details. I know that…

Have you ever been in a place – a prayer service or just a gathering – where you came away KNOWING that the Presence of God was in that place? Where it was so vibrant you could just about touch it? Friday evening we celebrated Our Lady of Lourdes and the…