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Advent Meditation Week 3, 2021

The prophets were people who listened to God with their whole hearts and shared the heart of God with His people. This week, I invite you to pray through Isaiah’s prophecy, “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government will be upon his shoulder,...

Advent Meditation Week 2, 2021

This week we celebrate the feast of the Immaculate Conception. Thus, Isaiah’s prophecy is particularly appropriate: “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.” (Isaiah 7:14) I...

Advent Meditation Week 1, 2021

Isaiah prophesied generations before the coming of Christ, “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light.” (Isaiah 9:2a) I invite you to meditate through this prophecy word by word seeking God’s invitation throughout. Imagine not only the meaning of this...

Reclaiming June for the Shepherd’s Sacred Heart

As summer begins to make itself known through the long days, an uptick in vacation-seekers, and 90-degree weather, I want to offer you a reflection that encompasses three aspects: The Heart of the Shepherd, the simplicity of child-like faith, and a Christian...