Don’t Worry, Be Thankful
Posted by Deacon Allen | Emotions/Feelings, Everyday Life, Hodgepodge | 6 CommentsDo the worries of life get in the way of being truly thankful for all that you have? If so, you’ll want to read this story.
On the Inside; On the Outside
Random Thoughts from the Road
Posted by Deacon Allen | Emotions/Feelings, Everyday Life, Hodgepodge | 4 CommentsI spent this past weekend in Villa Maria, Pennsylvania where I was blessed to lead a retreat for deacons and their wives from the Diocese of Youngstown, Ohio. Here are a few random thoughts from the road. Read More
The Winds of God
Posted by Deacon Allen | Emotions/Feelings, Everyday Life, Hodgepodge | One CommentDid you ever have a song pop into your head, completely out of the blue?
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To “let go” does not mean to stop caring, it means that I can’t do it for someone else.
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A huge crowd was watching the famous tightrope walker Charles Blondin cross Niagara Falls one day in 1860.
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While doing some research for a new ministry at our parish, I stumbled across this quote from Pope Francis:
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Neither Hair Nor There
Posted by Deacon Allen | Emotions/Feelings, Everyday Life, Hodgepodge | No CommentsHave you ever experienced a spiritual awakening while getting a haircut? This is somewhat of a regular occurrence for me. There’s just something special about releasing those lengthy-locks and watching them drop to the floor. But that’s neither hair nor there. (Sorry, couldn’t resist.)
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The Only Thing That Matters
Posted by Deacon Allen | Discipleship, Emotions/Feelings, Everyday Life | No CommentsAccording to an ancient legend, a king who had no son to succeed him posted a notice inviting young men to come and apply for adoption into his family. The two qualifications were love of God and love of neighbor.
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When you are feeling down or beating yourself up for whatever the reason, my hope is that this prayer will help when you most need it.
Keep on the Sunny Side
Posted by Deacon Allen | Emotions/Feelings, Everyday Life, Hodgepodge | No CommentsHave you ever had one of those days when things didn’t go according to plan or when disappointments blindsided your every move? When this happens, just remember to keep on the sunny side of life.
