Beatitudes Blog
Peace that Overcomes Worry
On a verse that helps me face worries.
Mother Teresa: The Heart of a Saint
What makes Mother Teresa a saint?
Liberation Makes Winners of Everybody
Why racial justice makes everyone happier.
Filled Through Longing and Loving
Why the feeling of lack may mean you’ve got it made.
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way Out of the Garden
A fresh look at an ancient story about God, you, and me.
Facing Failure: The Secret to Spiritual Maturity and Resilience
Why telling your story of living through failure can be gold for your kids.
Diamond at the Heart of Poverty
On one hand, nobody needs poverty. On the other, everybody does.
How the Beatitudes Keep On Blessing
On my blessing before breakfast on Saturday…
Mending Divisions with Doctor Jesus
On how Jesus heals.
You Can Resolve Our National Leadership Crisis
If you want a way out from under disappointing politicians, read on…
Political Correctness, Compassion, and the Power of Words
Before you write off political correctness, consider this…
When the Politics of “Let’s” Trumps the Politics of “No”
How a realistic change in assumptions can bring hope back to politics
As a psychotherapist and spiritual director, I bring well-honed insight and skill to these posts; yet, my vulnerability plays a more important part, for more than advice from experts, serious people of faith need resonance with fellow travelers.
In my writing and in your reading and comments, may we face our challenges in God’s compassionate presence rather than in a private dressing room where we try in vain to make ourselves presentable to God at an appointed meeting. God meets us where we are.
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