An exercise in avoiding perfectionism: So what if the blog page is a little bit out of chronology? -- The importance of feelings in human life.

On saving the good wine for later.

Temptation as a disordered appeal to our ego.

The call of Jeremiah and Jesus' rejection at the beginning of his ministry, as well as the reflection on love as the greatest gift, cause us to consider our giftedness.

Going deeper into baptism than the concept of "your ticket to heaven."

Epiphany is always a good time to look at xenophobia. Have you any idea why we might want to look at xenophobia?

Presenting Scriptural proof that Mary and Joseph drove a Dodge.

Imagine the meeting of Mary and Elizabeth, and consider the awareness of God's favor which these women enjoyed.

Joy is made of stern stuff.

In the midst of further horror (San Bernardino), we join with the ancients who longed so deeply for a straight path to God.