Transfigurations

Note: On Tuesdays, you can find me at Your Daily Tripod, owned by my friend TonyD. A longer version of the post below appears there. Peter said to Jesus, “Master, it is good for us to be here; let us make three dwellings,[h] one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah”—not knowing what he said. (Luke… Continue reading Transfigurations

Wednesday’s Woman: St. Tabitha

The Basics: Born in the first century in Israel; died in the first century in Israel; canonized pre-congregation; feast day, October 25. Laywoman. The Story: It is a moving story that unfolds in Acts 9:36-42. Tabitha (or Dorcas), who is “completely occupied with good deeds and almsgiving,” dies. Peter is preaching nearby and is summoned. He commands… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Tabitha

Giving Up Everything

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. Peter began to say to him, “Look, we have left  everything and followed you.” Jesus said, “Truly I tell you, there is no one who has left house or… Continue reading Giving Up Everything