by St Anthony | Aug 15, 2024 | Display On Reflections
I remember having laughed out loud when I learned the German word for the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and, by extension, the word for the Feast of the Ascension. The words are essentially the same with a bit of name-substitution to distinguish...
by St Anthony | Aug 8, 2024 | Display On Reflections
When I was growing up, one of the summer food favorites was a hot dog. It is easy to prepare and can be made extra special by adding a variety of toppings. There was a hot dog café in my home town where a kid could get two chili dogs for 25 cents, including the buns....
by St Anthony | Aug 1, 2024 | Display On Reflections
The strength of your trust in God can be tested. This can happen many times during your lifetime. Some may be small, some maybe big and then there are those that seem enormous. As you look back at these times, how did you handle the test? Did you happen to be one of...
by St Anthony | Jul 25, 2024 | Display On Reflections
We are immersed in a culture that values how many things we can accomplish. In our careers we are urged to accomplish as many projects as we can. In our private lives we try to accommodate the needs of family. Children need to be at practice for various sporting...
by St Anthony | Jul 18, 2024 | Display On Reflections
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain appeared in 1885. This book together with its companion featuring Tom Sawyer, became standard classroom fare for generations of students. These texts continue to be referenced today though often as abridgments, not...
by St Anthony | Jul 11, 2024 | Display On Reflections
A reflection on what weighs us down emotionally and spiritually One of the foundational strategies for dropping the rock is self-reflection. Self-reflection involves taking a candid look at one’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This introspective process enables...
