Author Archives: Spirit Moments

The Universe And The Christmas Story

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Jesus said to the crowds: “John came neither eating nor drinking, and they said, ‘He is possessed by a demon.’ The Son of Man came eating and drinking and they said, ‘Look, he is a glutton and a drunkard, a … Continue reading →

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Mary’s Fiat

Posted on December 8, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.” ~ Luke 1:38 Mary’s ‘Fiat’ is the fulcrum of history It is the pivot that changes humanity By agreeing to … Continue reading →

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Taking My Yoke And Carrying My Burden

Posted on December 7, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Jesus said to the crowds: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you … Continue reading →

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The Little Ones

Posted on December 6, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Jesus said to his disciples: “It is not the will of your heavenly Father that one of these little ones be lost.” ~ Matthew 18:12-14 I am but a clump of dust in the vastness of the universe. But that … Continue reading →

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P.U.S.H.

Posted on December 5, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Jesus knew their thoughts and said to them in reply, “What are you thinking in your hearts? Which is easier, to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Rise and walk’? But that you may know that the Son … Continue reading →

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Raison d’être

Posted on December 4, 2016 by Spirit Moments

When he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees coming to his baptism, he said to them, “You brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the coming wrath? Produce good fruit as evidence of your repentance. And do … Continue reading →

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Proclaiming The Gospel

Posted on December 3, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Jesus went around to all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom, and curing every disease and illness. ~ Matthew 9:35 Today we attended the funeral mass of a good friend whose son … Continue reading →

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My Spiritual Journey and Journal

Posted on December 2, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Jesus said to them, “Do you believe that I can do this?” “Yes, Lord,” they said to him. Then he touched their eyes and said, “Let it be done for you according to your faith.” And their eyes were opened. … Continue reading →

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Love Is The Will Of The Father

Posted on December 1, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Jesus said to his disciples: “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the Kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father in heaven. ~ Matthew 7:21 And what is the Father’s will … Continue reading →

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Called To Love

Posted on November 30, 2016 by Spirit Moments

He called them, and immediately they left their boat and their father and followed him. ~ Matthew 4:18-22 Yesterday, I posted this on Facebook to greet two couples who are dear to Anabelle and me on their wedding anniversaries, one couple … Continue reading →

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