A compilation of/expansion upon some of my recent writings about the humility of the centurion and Christine Horner’s HuffPo piece: The words of the centurion are uttered right before we’re being offered the most priceless gift: Christ Himself, present in the Eucharist. Who are we to think ourselves worthy that the Lord would stoop down… Read More Over at Ignitum Today: Neither Worthy nor Worthless
Then Job began to tear his cloak and cut off his hair. He cast himself prostrate upon the ground, and said, “Naked I came forth from my mother’s womb, and naked shall I go back again. The LORD gave and the LORD has taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD!” —Job 1:20–21 How… Read More Frassati Reflection: Blessed Be the Name of the Lord
For there is nothing hidden that will not become visible, and nothing secret that will not be known and come to light. —Luke 8:17 When we feel our efforts are fruitless, that our intentions are misunderstood and our hard work is unnoticed, we can turn to this verse for comfort and encouragement. All of our… Read More Frassati Reflection: The Hidden Coming to Light
Some musings from my subway ride home yesterday, as the words of the centurion stuck in my mind: If we presume ourselves worthy, we will become bitter and resentful of all the things we lack in comparison to others. We will be more envious and less forgiving of others’ faults. If we believe that the world owes… Read More More Thoughts on Humility
The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still. —Exodus 14:14 And Jesus went with them, but when he was only a short distance from the house, the centurion sent friends to tell him, “Lord, do not trouble yourself, for I am not worthy to have you enter under my roof. Therefore,… Read More Frassati Reflection: The Humility of the Centurion
“The greatest disease in the West today is not TB or leprosy; it is being unwanted, unloved, and uncared for. We can cure physical diseases with medicine, but the only cure for loneliness, despair, and hopelessness is love. There are many in the world who are dying for a piece of bread, but there are… Read More Frassati Reflection: A Poverty of Loneliness
Often, when I have faced points of transition in my life, I have felt a sense of weariness, waiting for clarity as to where to go next. Unsure of which direction to take, I feel as though I am treading water at a fork in the river, stagnating as I wait for a clear call… Read More Over at Ignitum Today: Treading Water and Making Decisions
In today’s Gospel, we hear the story of the martyrdom of St. John the Baptist. King Herod perceived John to be a holy and righteous man; however, he was easily swayed by the influence of others who were uncomfortable with the truths John preached. Herod didn’t want to kill John the Baptist, but when he… Read More Frassati Reflection: Prepare the Way
Mary’s unique relationship with the Holy Trinity is what we are all called to aspire to; she demonstrates a perfect closeness with God, responding to His call and serving Him in every aspect of His Being. I wrote the following Marian reflection last year, and I thought I would share it today on the Feast of the Coronation… Read More Frassati Reflection: Daughter, Mother, and Spouse of God
Linking up with Kelly. —1— This week in Starbucks cups: I will always be amused at the many creative spellings of my name that baristas come up with… —2— I’ve been thoroughly enjoying the Olympics over the past two weeks, and I’ll be sad to see it end. I love hearing the backstories of all the athletes. I’ve… Read More 7 Quick Takes: Olympic Moments and Summer Storms
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