“A single act of love makes the soul return to life” – Maximillian Kolbe Yesterday was the feast day of St. Maximillian Kolbe. I intended to write this post for that occasion – better s a day late than never at all. Be kind --- I am trying to embrace Sabbath. Kolbe was a Polish... Continue Reading →
A Little Muslim Woman can leave a Large Impression
Allah looks not at your figures, nor at your outward appearance but He looks at your hearts and deeds. — Prophet Muhammad SAW God doesn't look at things like humans do. Humans see only what is visible to the eyes, but the Lord sees into the heart.” — 1 Samuel 16: 7 I miss Wafa. A dozen years ago... Continue Reading →
RAY DAY WAS A GREAT SUCCESS
Tara Brach writes “the spiritual path is not a solo endeavour. In fact, the very notion of a self who is trying to free her/himself is a delusion. We are in it together and the company of spiritual friends helps us realize our interconnectedness.” There is something special that happens when we come together. That... Continue Reading →
Friday the 13th and Overcoming Death
Paraskevidekatriaphobia is the word of the day. Great Scrabble word. The word means “fear of Friday the thirteenth.” There is a lot of discussion just about everywhere today of today being unlucky. For those who are superstitious this is a horrendous day to do just about anything. But you ask, is there anything behind this... Continue Reading →
Let My Prayer Rise as Incense
Blessèd are you, God of compassion and mercy, to you be praise and glory for ever! In the darkness of our sin, your light breaks forth like the dawn and your healing springs up for deliverance. As we rejoice in the gift of your saving help, sustain us with your bountiful Spirit and open our... Continue Reading →