Monthly Archives: June 2010

A Dream Maker for Others May I Be

A DREAM MAKER MAY I BE—FOR THOSE WHOSE DREAMS ARE NOT YET FULFILLED. A JOY MAKER MAY I BE—FOR THOSE WITHOUT A SPIRIT OF OPTIMISM . A PEACE MAKER MAY I BE—FOR THOSE IN NEED OF HARMONY  & SUPPORT. A HOPE MAKER MAY I BE—FOR THOSE SEARCHING FOR LIGHT & ENCOURAGEMENT. A LOVE MAKER MAY Read more ..
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Seeing Through Other People’s Eyes

“The Invisible Man,” one of G.K. Chersterton’s classic Fr. Brown mystery stories, revolves around the murder of a man alone in his home, his body removed and disposed of, while four men stood guard, watching the only entrance. When questioned whether anyone has gone up or down the stairs to the building, the officer responds, Read more ..
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Out of my Comfort Zone

It would be much easier to write a post with all the excuses for why I do not do things.  There is the classics; I am too busy; something with the kids; its supposed to rain – there are too many to list.  But last night we put all the excuses aside because I knew Read more ..
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St. Malachi Ministry Survey

Dear Friend of St. Malachi, The Stewardship Commission is in the process of conducting an “Appreciative Inquiry” to assess the current status of St. Malachi parish ministries. Your thoughtful, reflective input is truly important to ensure that we receive comprehensive information from all members of the parish, whether or not you are currently actively involved Read more ..
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The Generosity of the Poor

The first reading for Tuesday of the Tenth Week of Ordinary Time tells the story of Elijah and the widow of Zarephath (1 Kgs 17:7-16).   In a time of severe drought, Elijah is sent to a poor widow. When he arrives, he asks the widow for something to eat. She replies that she was collecting firewood Read more ..
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