Christian growth
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Are we not meant to be light to the world? When I come before You, I notice how quickly I put myself at the centre. What do I need? What am I feeling? How am I doing? Self-care matters. Rest matters. Silence matters. But when the self quietly becomes the centre, life turns into management,… Read more
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Almost everyone has a candle at home, or a torch. When there is a sudden power failure and the lights go out, we fumble in the dark, searching for matches, or reaching for the modern torch. But in Sacred Liturgy, the candle is more than a source of light. It is a symbol of Your… Read more
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Today, being the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, my thoughts are with those who remain on the edges. Not because they do not love You, but because the margins feel safer. Some do not feel ready to step forward. Some do not feel confident enough to join in, to serve, to be seen. Some come… Read more
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Sailing in a tiny boat in the middle of the sea, the boatman steered with a single string. We were exposed to the elements, but this was the only way to the far-flung island. Midway through the journey, a drizzle began. Without warning, the sea turned choppy. Our small boat was tossed by the waves.… Read more
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It is ironic that You would compare the tiny mustard seed to the Kingdom of God. In a world that equates greatness with visibility and applause, You point to what is small, hidden, almost overlooked. Greatness in Your eyes begins when no one is applauding. Read more
In Moments Like This 