by St Anthony | Dec 21, 2023 | Display On Reflections
Jesus wept,and in his weeping,he joined himself foreverto those who mourn…He stands with the mourners,for his name is God-with-us. -Ann Weems Emmanuel – God-with-us…this is what we celebrate at Christmas! This is what we are called to reflect upon and remember....
by St Anthony | Dec 14, 2023 | Display On Reflections
You may be familiar with the old joke that goes like this: “The good news is that Jesus is coming again. The bad news is that he is coming today.” From the time of Jesus, his followers have taken Jesus at his word when he promised to return. Many denominations profess...
by St Anthony | Dec 7, 2023 | Display On Reflections
I recently have been providing support for a dear friend recovering from several health challenges. It has been an education about the pluses and minuses of our health care system as well as witnessing the strength and fragility of the human spirit. It has also been a...
by St Anthony | Nov 30, 2023 | Display On Reflections
The mornings are colder now, and dark. Bare trees stand out against a graded sky. Leaves have nearly gone from the trees and pile in heaps on the grass. They crackle in the breeze as many wind chimes. In my early morning walk, I am greeted by the new sunrise coming...
by St Anthony | Nov 22, 2023 | Display On Reflections
As I read last week’s reflection, I found myself wondering what the world would be like without gratitude. The question sidled quietly through the back door of my brain and inserted itself between several unrelated thoughts, no doubt hoping that it could settle in for...
by St Anthony | Nov 16, 2023 | Display On Reflections
This is the time of year when people start thinking about what they are thankful for. They share these thoughts with their family and friends, especially on Thanksgiving day or weekend. A number of people may reply that they are thankful for their family and friends....
