Prodigal Son: After the Reunion

Note: On Saturdays, you can find me at Your Daily Tripod, owned by my friend TonyD. A longer version of the post below appears there. It can be a deep and profound reflection, assuming the role of each person in the parable of the lost son: the profligate young man who made merry by taking his… Continue reading Prodigal Son: After the Reunion

On the Nightstand: Sharing Your Catholic Faith Story

It’s a funny thing. My Protestant friends generally have no problem telling you about how they came to love the Lord. That’s probably why it comes easily to me; I learned a lot from the way they witnessed to me and continue to witness to the world. But Catholics, for whatever reason, often find that… Continue reading On the Nightstand: Sharing Your Catholic Faith Story

“I Must Stay at Your House”

Note: On Tuesdays and some Sundays, you can find me at Your Daily Tripod, owned by my friend TonyD. A longer version of the post below appears there. … Jesus … looked up and said to him, “Zacchaeus, hurry and come down; for I must stay at your house today.” (Luke 19:5, NRSVCE) In late August… Continue reading “I Must Stay at Your House”

“Wilder Than Fire or Wind”–Peace Out, Gerry Creedon

Just like everyone else who knew him, I could tell you a lot of public stories about Gerry Creedon, the larger than life priest who died today. I could tell you he was charismatic. I could tell you he was a friend of the Kennedys, giving the invocation at Ted’s funeral. I could tell you… Continue reading “Wilder Than Fire or Wind”–Peace Out, Gerry Creedon