St. Therese of Lisieux introduced us to the little way, and it is a concept that can be very effective in our evangelization efforts, as well. By realizing that it is some of our smallest actions that have the greatest…
The Paraclete
Readings for May 5, 2013: Sixth Sunday of Easter He wore steel rimmed glasses and had hair to the middle of his back. The fringe on his buck-skinned jacket bounced as he walked. At least that was the way I…
Beginning with Gratitude
Over a year ago, Matt Swaim began something that transformed my use of social media. He called it a #gratefultweet. The idea is that you begin your day on social media (that hashtag is specifically for Twitter) with a moment…
Facebook Evangelization
One day not long ago, my somewhat agnostic mother posted on Facebook that she was tired of people who touted that they are super-religious and holy sharing pictures and memes of Jesus and religious things and then turning around and…
Social Media’s Impact on the Boston Marathon Tragedy
During my radio segment on last Wednesday’s episode of the Son Rise Morning Show with Brian Patrick, my conversation with Brian took an interesting spin on the recent Boston Marathon tragedy and its aftermath. At the time, we were still waiting…
The $100 Tomato
Every year since the kids were small we’ve planted the most pathetic garden you’ve ever seen. Each spring I say, “This is the year I start my garden from seeds”, but time slips away and the next thing I know…
To Follow (or Not to Follow) Your Heart
Our hearts burn within us, especially when we are young. God did not make us emotionless robots, but creatures of intense feeling and passion. There is a reason that most of the songs on the radio are songs about love…
No, Not a Wedding–A Eucharistic Procession
“What is this, some kind of wedding?” The question jolted me into the role of evangelist. I’d been standing near the edge of a large crowd of people praying and participating in a Eucharistic procession, pushing my infant son back…
Am I doing enough?
I spend most of my time working on evangelization. I use media as much as possible and try hard to be creative and relevant. As a director of faith formation my major responsibility is to provide appropriate formation for the…
Love One Another (Even the Annoying)
Readings for April 28, 2013: Fifth Sunday of Easter Often Christians act surprised when they try to do good and things don’t go according to plan. Sometimes it’s small but irritating annoyances that get in the way, and other times,…