During my interview for the diaconate we spoke a lot about how the different experiences I had that would indicate a calling for my diaconate. I also think it was the first interview I've ever had in my life where I convinced them not to hire me. Having gone from top to bottom of experiences … Continue reading My Ancestors Are In On The Whole Diaconate Calling
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Teach Your Sons How To Fish And They’ll Never Go Hungry
I took my sons fishing today to a spot where I used to travel on my bike with my friends. I had two specific spots I stood at which were favourites of mine at their age. The funny part is that not much has really changed since my visit in the mid 90s. The parking … Continue reading Teach Your Sons How To Fish And They’ll Never Go Hungry
Only Through Suffering And Great Discomfort Can We Be Healed
Image by Emmanuel Mendez from Pixabay Suffering is a cycle we all must endure. Everyone wants to escape the Circus of suffering at the centre of which is the clown. The clown is me and you in all our red-nosed comedic glory. We are forever tripping over our big clumsy shoes that is our ego … Continue reading Only Through Suffering And Great Discomfort Can We Be Healed
How To Make Lots Of Friends In No Time At All
Image by StockSnap from Pixabay Today I saw a very unapologetic title for a book that popped up in my social media feed. I forget the author but the title read, "How to persuade anyone of anything". I laughed at how sometimes they make their goal to emotionally manipulate others so obvious. All of us … Continue reading How To Make Lots Of Friends In No Time At All
What It Really Means To Lose Your Life For Christ
whoever loses their life for me will find itMatthew:16:25 The Church often uses this quote when referring to those who were martyred for the faith. While they do that legitimately, there is another way you can lose your life without ever shedding a drop of blood. How do many martyrs willingly give up their bodily … Continue reading What It Really Means To Lose Your Life For Christ
King Davids Three Mighty Warriors
Three of Davids Captains James, Jewish Museum New York USA - James Tissot The scriptures are full of great stories. Some of them are not as lengthy as others but still worthy of our admiration. Whoever happened to be looking after your Christian upbringing probably told you the more popular mainstream stories of the Bible. … Continue reading King Davids Three Mighty Warriors
Prayers To Pray At The Cemetery
Image by Brent Connelly from Pixabay Many of us don't know how to pray at a grave, but did you know there are specific prayers you can pray? Read below to find 5 useful prayers you can pray when visiting the local cemetary. Cemetery Prayer #1 O God, by Whose mercy the faithful departed find … Continue reading Prayers To Pray At The Cemetery
Ghost Story #1: The German Princess
Image by Enrique Meseguer from Pixabay It's that time of year again when everyone will be telling their spooky ghost stories. Some will be of mythical nature while others based on the truth. I want to share with you a few short scary stories that are credible and based on good witness. These are people … Continue reading Ghost Story #1: The German Princess
The Benefits And Pitfalls Of Meditation
Image by RENE RAUSCHENBERGER from Pixabay Meditation and breathing exercises have been used by religions for centuries especially in the last 2000 years. In the last 10 years, the desire to jump from the burning ship of the noisy world, and dive into the ocean of silence has never been more popular. There are many reasons why people … Continue reading The Benefits And Pitfalls Of Meditation
Where Does My Depression Come From?
Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay It is thought depression is purely a psychological thing that can only be cured by medication. I'm a believer in medication offering alleviation to depression, but it's not a cure. Just as there are no cures to a lot of things such as common colds and viruses in which only … Continue reading Where Does My Depression Come From?
