Tag Archives: Change

Cycles And Circles

Posted on April 11, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me will never hunger, and whoever believes in me will never thirst.” ~ John 6:35  Life always strains and strives towards the light so that darkness eventually gives … Continue reading →

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I Will Stay To See the End of This Story

Posted on March 23, 2016 by Spirit Moments

So when he had washed their feet and put his garments back on and reclined at table again, he said to them, “Do you realize what I have done for you? You call me ‘teacher’ and ‘master,’ and rightly so, … Continue reading →

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The Real Presence

Posted on February 21, 2016 by Spirit Moments

He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter said in reply, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” ~ Matthew 16:15-16 Everyday, ordinary, mundane activities – like making one’s bed every morning … Continue reading →

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A Great Love Story

Posted on July 22, 2015 by Spirit Moments

I have often mused about the love story between Jesus and Mary Magdalene. Theirs must have been a wonderful relationship with a great deal of affection between the two of them. Jesus was a close friend of their family and He … Continue reading →

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What Is a Family?

Posted on July 21, 2015 by Spirit Moments

I grew up in a culture and milieu where family had precedence over most other things. Many of my fondest memories are the times I spent with my family, which was an ever-expanding and dynamic entity. And now in my … Continue reading →

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God in Control

Posted on July 12, 2015 by Spirit Moments

“A tree that falls makes more noise than a forest that grows.” ~ Pope Francis The world loves to be in control. And control is often measured in terms of wealth, power, and fame. The world’s financial and economic leaders … Continue reading →

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Seeing the Face Of Christ In the Church

Posted on July 11, 2015 by Spirit Moments

For the longest time, the Church has been seen as a symbol of power, authority and even of wealth. There were many who could not see the face of Christ in her. Now, this seems to be slowly changing as … Continue reading →

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Wolves And Doves

Posted on July 10, 2015 by Spirit Moments

Wolves are lording it over the world today. There are the ravenous wolves, extremists and terrorists who prey on the weak and the defenseless while sowing fear and terror. There are other wolves no less insatiable in their greed who … Continue reading →

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Who Do You Say That I Am

Posted on June 29, 2015 by Spirit Moments

“Who do you say that I am?” The answer to that question is both personal and communal. My personal answer is arrived at through prayer and in loving service to others. The communal answer is achieved through common reflection and … Continue reading →

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Branches

Posted on May 3, 2015 by Spirit Moments

In his homily on today’s gospel, Fr. Johnny Go speaks about different kinds of branches. There is the branch that is full of leaves in early spring. There is the branch that is heavy with fruits. There is the branch … Continue reading →

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