Question: I’ve heard people say we should tithe a portion of our income. Where does that idea come from? Answer: Giving generously to the needs of the Church and the poor is an ancient idea, … Read More
Ordinary Moments – Aug 4
God Gives Us What We Need A few months back, my wife and I helped move my oldest son into his first real apartment. He was moving to start his first real job and was … Read More
Inspiration – Aug 4
How preoccupied and anxious are you over preserving and maintaining a particular standard of wealth? It is easy to develop an unhealthy relationship with our possessions and invest ourselves more in their protection and growth … Read More
Memorials April May June 2019
All Saints Parish Memorial Fund Donations April, May, June 2019 In Memory of Charles Austin: Linda & Joseph Shine In Memory of Charles Bavisotto: Mary Ellen Whiteman & Family, Michael & Charlotte McLaughlin & Family, … Read More
What does “love is a theological virtue” mean?
Question: I’ve heard that love is a theological virtue. What does that mean? Answer: Charles Shultz, the creator of the Peanuts comics wrote, “I love mankind… it’s people I can’t stand!” This good humored comment … Read More
Ordinary Moments – Jul 28
After more than two decades in parish ministry, my life changed course when LPi reached out to me with an offer to do something different with my life. I hadn’t been looking for a new … Read More
Inspiration – Jul 28
We do not need to use a lot of words in order to pray well. Keeping things simple often works best, and it appears to be the form of prayer most preferred by Jesus. The … Read More
Who is Mary Magdalene?
Question: July 22 is the feast of Mary Magdalene. I’ve heard a lot of stories about her, but who was she really? Answer: Mary Magdalene has been the subject of speculation and scholarship over the … Read More
Ordinary Moments – Jul 21
As I get older, what really matters to me changes. I remember being in high school and having to wear certain brands and to look a certain way. Now, many days I simply wear what … Read More
Inspiration – Jul 21
We all have a tremendous amount of responsibility. Every day presents more challenges and lists of things we need to accomplish. Life, however, is more than just to do lists. Life is more about who … Read More