Category Archives: Heaven

Entry Into Jerusalem: Thus Begins the Week

Posted on April 14, 2019 by

Giotto De Bondone, Entry into Jerusalem, 1304-1306 Thus it begins. Palm branches and cloaks are scattered on the ground for Jesus of Nazareth. He comes to Jerusalem with his twelve disciples. They are come to celebrate the Passover. The Gospel … Continue reading →

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Dogs and Scraps. Heaven and Animals

Posted on March 17, 2019 by

Today, the second Sunday in Lent, the Gospel Lesson was St. Matthew 15:21-28. The Story of the Canaanite woman who sought healing for her daughter.   Jesus answered that he was sent only to the lost sheep of Israel.  But she … Continue reading →

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A Gift with Some Memories

Posted on March 3, 2019 by

The other day a friend from our former church in Arizona posted this on Facebook: “Name one thing that you learned from your father.” As I regularly don’t follow directions, I wrote two things, but they were woefully inadequate. Then … Continue reading →

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The Color is Red

Posted on May 20, 2018 by

Today is Pentecost Sunday.  It isn’t on the same day every year, but changes date, in relation to Easter.  My husband and I have had a lot on our minds lately, busy with too many projects, and so walking into … Continue reading →

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Empty Cross, Empty Tomb, Risen Lord: Alleluia!

Posted on April 1, 2018 by

Our parents tell us many things, and my parents often told stories about their growing up, their families and friends, the things that were important to them.  Both of my parents were good at telling stories, and I loved to … Continue reading →

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Entry Into Jerusalem: Thus Begins the Week

Posted on March 24, 2018 by

Giotto De Bondone, Entry into Jerusalem, 1304-1306 Thus it begins. Palm branches and cloaks are scattered on the ground for Jesus of Nazareth. He comes to Jerusalem with his twelve disciples. They are come to celebrate the Passover. The Gospel … Continue reading →

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Celebrating A Particular Birthday

Posted on December 25, 2017 by

Long ago, when I was young, in a public high school in Ohio, a remarkable teacher taught his classes a wide range of vocal music.  At one point, we learned Johann Sebastian Bach’s Christmas Cantata: “To Us a Child is … Continue reading →

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Reformation Sunday. The Color is Red. 1517 – 2017: 500 Years Focusing on Grace

Posted on October 29, 2017 by

Dr. Martin Luther, 1483-1546, Augustinian Monk, Professor of Theology, and Reformer – chose October 31, the evening before All Saint’s Day – on November 1, to post on the church door a list of things that he thought needed reforming … Continue reading →

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Monastic Brothers and What Jesus Wrote

Posted on September 23, 2017 by

Do you love a good read? Have I got one for you! I discovered an excellent novel which I wholeheartedly recommend. Initially stalling on page one, I began again and this time infection struck, and I couldn’t put it down. … Continue reading →

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The Fear of Dying and The Tools for Battle: Kumbaya – 2.0

Posted on July 31, 2017 by

On July 2, 2017, I wrote an article called Kumbaya in response to an assertion that priests and pastors are leaving the church in droves and beautiful church buildings, rich in symbol and story, are having to close up and … Continue reading →

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