Tag Archives: Gratitude

Thanksgiving

Posted on November 27, 2014 by Spirit Moments

I thank God for my senses, which I do not do very often. With my eyes, I am able to take great delight in colors and see events unfolding. With my ears, I get enraptured by sounds and rhythms, both … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, Life, Nature, Photography, Relationships | Tagged , | Comments Off on Thanksgiving

Gratitude

Posted on November 12, 2014 by Spirit Moments

A loving heart is a grateful heart. I thank the Spirit that always hover over me For the many blessings I have received, most of which are undeserved and unmerited. For my family that has been the source and the … Continue reading →

Posted in Family, Friendship, Life, Love | Tagged , , | Comments Off on Gratitude

November

Posted on November 2, 2014 by Spirit Moments

I saw this rainbow during our recent trip to Hawaii It looked like it was suspended there just for me. Most rainbows augur the end of the rain and the storm But this one told us that one was just beginning to form. … Continue reading →

Posted in Nature, Photography, The Good News | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on November

Listening to the Call

Posted on October 28, 2014 by Spirit Moments

It was a simple and very ordinary story: He went up the mountain to pray; then he called is disciples; and then he chose twelve among them whom he named apostles. And, as the saying goes, the rest is history. Today, … Continue reading →

Posted in Discipleship, Encounter, The Good News | Tagged , , | Comments Off on Listening to the Call

Not Taking Things For Granted

Posted on August 21, 2014 by Spirit Moments

Because I keep on receiving the same awesome blessings everyday, there is a tendency in me to take these things for granted. The sun rises every morning, always beautiful, fresh and full of promises. Most days I welcome it with … Continue reading →

Posted in Discipleship, Presence, Relationships | Tagged , , , , , | 7 Comments

Why Envy?

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Spirit Moments

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 →

Posted in Sin | Tagged , | Comments Off on Why Envy?

Forgiveness

Posted on August 14, 2014 by Spirit Moments

In the past days, people have been saddened by the death of Robin Williams. Both mainstream and social media are replete with stories about him: how he has brought laughter, joy and inspiration to millions through his movies and TV … Continue reading →

Posted in Character, Evil, Friendship, Identity, Life | Tagged , , , , , | Comments Off on Forgiveness

Fragility of Life

Posted on July 25, 2014 by Spirit Moments

Every parent has experienced it at one time or another: a mother spends her whole day cleaning up and fixing the house while the kids are in school and then sees her efforts thrown in total disarray after a few … Continue reading →

Posted in Mystery | Tagged , , | Comments Off on Fragility of Life

Beyond the Rituals of Religion

Posted on July 5, 2014 by Spirit Moments

All too often and for many people, the practice of religion easily degenerates into empty rituals of prayers, fasting and sacrificial offerings. And worse, religion deteriorates into prejudices and exclusions, then into hatred and violence. These practices of religion are … Continue reading →

Posted in Character, Relationships | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on Beyond the Rituals of Religion

The Afterglow

Posted on June 24, 2014 by Spirit Moments

A tiny seed grows into a tree, giving men their food, clothing and shelter. That is one of the many miracles that happen in our everyday lives. One tiny particle explodes in one big bang and the entire universe we … Continue reading →

Posted in Family, Friendship, Life, Relationships | Tagged , , | Comments Off on The Afterglow