Category Archives: Sin
What To Make of Good Friday
After these things, Joseph of Arimathea, who was a disciple of Jesus, though a secret one because of his fear of the Jews, asked Pilate to let him take away the body of Jesus. Pilate gave him permission; so he … Continue reading
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Tagged Grace, Serendipity
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Authentic Generosity
I am not really a selfish person. When asked to give, I usually give rather freely of my time, talent and treasure. When there is something meaningful or an important task to be done, I am usually among the first … Continue reading
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Tagged Choice, Doing good, Grace, Suffering
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The Pain
I went into surgery praying for an uneventful procedure and an expeditious recovery. Then, I offered whatever pain I would experience as a sacrifice in atonement for my sins and as a sacrifice for the relief of the pain in the world … Continue reading
Awed By the Perseids
Last night, we went up the hills of the Diablo Range in Morgan Hill to watch the Perseids meteor shower. It was totally dark but the place was full of cars and people. We laid out a blanket and laid … Continue reading
Dust To Dust
Today is the beginning of the lenten Season, not only for Catholics but for all peoples of the Cross. I know that there but for the grace of God, I would have remained but a clump of dust and mud, … Continue reading
Beyond the Commandments
Vitavi denique culpam, non laudem merui, wrote the poet Horace. I do not deserve to be praised just because I have avoided committing a mistake or have simply done what is expected of me. Doing the good or right thing that … Continue reading
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Sinnerman
I have always been inspired by the notion of changing the world to make it a better place. I dreamt of being part of the great adventure of creating a new and just society in my youth. I was willing to … Continue reading
Through the Darkness
Winter is coming and the darkness is slowly moving in. There are tribulations of all sorts everywhere. And somehow, somewhere, they are all interconnected. The persistent drought in California is due to climate change. Climate change is happening because we have … Continue reading
Why Envy?
One of the things I truly admired at the Paul McCartney concert we went to last week was that he never did a medley. He sang each and every song in their entirety and integrity. Medleys try to capture a … Continue reading
Imagine a World Without Children
Imagine a world without children. It would be a sad and lonely place. In fact, it would be a dying world. The greatest joys of my being a grandparent has been the privilege and opportunity in being part of the … Continue reading