Tag Archives: Lenten challenges

…Friday in Lent: Pope John Paul II (wise words from…)

Posted on March 9, 2012 by

“The fruit of a courageous ascetical journey can only be a greater openness to the needs of our neighbor.  Those who love the Lord cannot close their eyes to individuals and people who are tried by suffering and poverty.  After … Continue reading →

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J.B. Phillips: Exposition on the Beattitudes…

Posted on February 26, 2012 by

On this 1st Sunday of Lent, here are inspiring words to ponder from the great Scripture scholar, J.B. Phillips… ‘Exposition on the Beattitudes’   Most people think:  Happy are the pushers: for they get on in the world. Happy are the … Continue reading →

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Goethe & New Beginnings…. NOW!

Posted on February 23, 2012 by

photo taken in Soroti, UGANDA

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Ash Wednesday & a Lent Challenge….

Posted on February 22, 2012 by

Lent is here ALREADY… time to put away those chocolates (while recuperating from Chocolate Hangovers), turn off the TV, hide the coffee beans, sweets & whatever else we’ve decided to Give Up for Lent… My list is the same – … Continue reading →

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