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Dignity

Self-worth and self-image are shaped and enhanced by and with dignity. Dignity of play… embraces teammates reveres the challenge relishes the zone The grace of communion and communication foster warmth and joy. Dignity of work… sees nothing but the truth hears the honesty feels the sincerity Responsibility puts upContinue reading “Dignity”

My Refuge (Psalm 25)

I lift up my soul and trust, my Lady, Do not let me live in shame and guilt, Do not let my negativity triumph over me. For they will be put to shame, who are deceitful and insincere. Show me your ways, my Lady, guide me in your truth and teach me, I long forContinue reading “My Refuge (Psalm 25)”

The Holy Spirit

“The Holy Spirit is to our souls as the sun is to heaven – giving light, giving warmth, filling with brightness and joy.”[1] Sunshine provides possibility and enables nature to produce beauty of shape, noise, and fragrance. Spirit enlightens and inflames the soul to make harmony with reverence, zeal, and kindness. “The tender mercyContinue reading “The Holy Spirit”

The Gift

The give of gift is in giving. Outside of needs and wants, inclusive of gentle kindness. Present with a present. The presenter surrenders and yields and asks to graciously receive. The receiver’s reception is in receiving The gift enjoins community, affirms with acceptance. Submission freely submits. The submitter does not demand a quid pro quo,Continue reading “The Gift”

Simplicity

Simplicity begins with pure intention… simple persons do not act deceptively, simple persons act straight-forwardly grounded in obedience and loyalty. “Wisdom’s ways are pleasant ways, and all her paths are peace. Wisdom is a tree of life… those who hold her fast will be blessed.”[1] Simplicity cultivates wisdom… simple persons are not opinionated, simple personsContinue reading “Simplicity”

Righteous

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for justice for they will be filled[1] Advocating justice for all is virtuous activity, it transforms our society. Constantly promoting fairness, for the neglected and canceled, slakes the soul’s pursuit of accord. To serve the whole community, not only promotes common good, it aligns with the greater good.Continue reading “Righteous”

Witness (Psalm 36)

My heart has a vision the wicked have no love of God their eyes do not see. They are proud and arrogant they are never penitent. They are wicked and deceitful; No good can come of them. They do not ponder or brood; they do not follow your ways Continue reading “Witness (Psalm 36)”

Pure in Heart

Blessed are the pure in heart for they will see God[1] The steadfast and loyal heart is directed by good intention, open to opportunities. Faith-filled perception renders one awake, aware, and attentive for the Beatific Vision Enlightenment sees with God’s eyes and clarity hears with God’s ears, in turn the soul is grasped by God.Continue reading “Pure in Heart”

Remembering Mike

Michael E. Maulbeck, age 66, of Parsippany, NJ, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 5, 2021. Mike graduated from Oratory High School in Summit and for many years, he was an office clerk with the U-Haul company in Saddlebrook, NJ. However, what he is truly remembered for is his “Presence”. Michael was generally not theContinue reading “Remembering Mike”

Poor in Spirit

Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs is the kingdom of God[1] Conventional wisdom suggests poor in spirit is humbleness – unconditional empathy. It’s accepting powerlessness… life is not what’s in it for me and love is non-competitive. It’s receptive to the spirit… selflessness is untouched by sin and resistant to all judgment. It’sContinue reading “Poor in Spirit”