The sweetest of all sounds is praise. ~ Xenophon Praise is seen in your eyes when you look at your beloved. Praise is felt in your touch when you embrace. Praise is heard in your voice when you speak to … Read More
Our scientific power has outrun our spiritual power. We have guided missiles and misguided men. ~ Martin Luther King, Jr. It seems inappropriate that we have people sitting on the beach watching us go in the water while no one … Read More
Expect people to be better than they are; it helps them to become better. But don’t be disappointed when they are not; it helps them to keep trying. ~ Merry Browne Often we are required to participate in gatherings. From … Read More
Question for Bernie: Hello Bernie, A long time ago, I contacted you because I did believe in the power of miracles. You blessed me with your words. I’m writing again because I just need some advice on how to deal … Read More
Sometimes my reaction to common terms is more intense and I question their meaning. One of the terms that struck me recently was ‘finger painting.’ Others were ‘handmade’ and ‘rubbed the wrong way.’ When we touch another life we are … Read More
We need to know that life is about more than impressing the neighbors and having more than the next guy. Who is your employer? Who are you working for? What are you working for and what do you hope to … Read More
“For in the true nature of things, if we rightly consider, every green tree is far more glorious than if it were made of gold and sliver.” ~ Martin Luther The next time your family complains about your behavior, just … Read More
Xenophon, a Greek historian, once said “The sweetest of all sounds is praise.” Praise is seen in your eyes when you look at your beloved. Praise is felt in your touch when you embrace. Praise is heard in your voice … Read More
Here is an article I wrote some time ago, but it remains very timely. The debate over health care continues, so I’ll share my thoughts with you again about this vitally important issue. The present health care crisis is not … Read More
Question for Bernie: Hi Bernie, Something tragic has happened to a family we know. The 49 year old dad just died in his sleep the other night. The three kids are in high school and belong to our parish. And … Read More