Gabriel's Trumpet

Life is full of ups and downs. This is true of the spiritual life. We know sin and grace, cross and crown, God's cliseness and feel God' s distance. ALL is part of the great adventure of life and faith. Today is the memoral of Our Lady of Sorrows. This episode reflects on Mary's journey of faith and its meaning for our own.

We know what it is to run on empty. We are exausted mentally, physically, and even spiritually. We need to be refreshed. This episode discusses what it means to pour ourselves out SPIRITUALLY ( kenosis ). How does this bring us closer to Jesus and the TRIUMPH OF THE CROSS?

Travelers know the importance of finding an inn. It is a place of rest, renewal, comfort, and safety. The inn is also a necessity for spiritual pilgrims toward the Lord, OUR FINAL DESTINATION. This episode reflects on our SPIRITUAL INN here on earth. And on our role in the Inn of God.

THE question for each of us: Lord, who are to be saved? This is NOT an academic question, but a deeply PERSONAL one. Jesus offers the answer. This episode reflects on Jesus' response. It is meant for each of us!

On this day we remember the evil that came to us. But more importantly we remember and give thanks for THAT GREATER LOVE which overcomes evil- loving sacrifice for others, even to the ultimate love- one's own life! Ground zero was GROUND HERO. That we must never forget!

We are living in times of intense spiritual warfare. World events and those in our Country reveal the intense struggle between good and evil. This episode reflects on this battle and OUR participation.

A true friend is a blessing from God. A true friend is above all FAITHFUL. When we are in hard times the true friend is with us and FOR us. This episode reflects on friendship. Friends are essential for the living of a good human and HOLY life. Who is our ultimate Friend?

Today we celebrate the birth of Mary, the one chosen to be the earthly mother of the Father's beloved Son and our Lord and Savior. In so doing we follow Mary's example by offering glory, praise, and thanksgiving to ALMIGHTY GOD.

How do we handle opposition in our daily life? This is a question that we face in our homes, work, school, neighborhood, etc. . There are two ways: the way of the Sons of Thunder? and the way of Jesus. This episode reflects on both ways and which each means for our daily living and journey in the Lord.

Work is a BLESSING for our bodies, minds, and souls. Work is a participation in the very work of God. God's work of creating, redeeming, and sanctifying is to be part our work each day. Honest work that contributes to the common good provides not only ecenomic benefits but fills us with a pride of purpose. Honest work is God's work on earth thru each of us.