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Creed

“I believe…” is faith without doubt. “I believe…” is not a statement of fact. The truth must be shared. It is the idea I live and die for. It is in dialogue. Faith is not enough, belief fulfills us – beyond space and time, right here and right now. Our creed’s avowal fostersContinue reading “Creed”

Wellness (Psalm 23)

Our Lady is my shepherd; I shall not be in want. I rest assured with Her in green pastures, She leads me to placid pools, She restores my soul. She guides me with flawless bearing to be renewed and refreshed. even though I walk through the valley of naughting, I will not abideContinue reading “Wellness (Psalm 23)”

Way

Too often, the manner “its” always been done, becomes the One Way “it” can be achieved, regardless of relevance and effectiveness. Unfortunately, one’s failure to get it done turns into No Way to make it happen, despite obvious or apparent alternatives. The path of least resistance leaves things undone, and makes the OtherContinue reading “Way”

Goodness (Psalm 4)

Here I am, hear my plea, O my God. I feel abandoned and all alone; I even wonder why you would listen to me be merciful to me and hear my prayer. How long, must I live with these indignities? Is my life full of delusions? Am I lying to myself? My Lady hasContinue reading “Goodness (Psalm 4)”

Embracing the Cold

It was bitterly cold and made me shiver, the prospect of enduring more made me quiver. I buttoned up and ventured forward, I braced myself and continued toward. Going quickly was not the answer, I had to slow down and embrace the cold. A measured response of absorbing the chill, makes itContinue reading “Embracing the Cold”

Blessedness (Psalm 1)

Blessed is the person who attends to companions, or follows the way of collaborators, or joins the ecstasy of grace. The faithful delight in our covenant with God, and meditate on Her wisdom day and night. The hopeful are like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season,Continue reading “Blessedness (Psalm 1)”