At the far end of our backyard is a pond. I often sit on our deck in silence, as there I am able to take in all of the beautiful sights and sounds of nature. Read More
On the Inside; On the Outside
We Need a Relationsheep with our Shepherd
Posted by Deacon Allen | Everyday Life, Prayer | No CommentsI have a secret that I need to tell: I love watching sheep. They are very funny animals. The way they run around in their pen always brings a smile to my face.
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If I Can Do It, So Can You!
Posted by Deacon Allen | Emotions/Feelings, Everyday Life, Prayer | 2 CommentsOne of the things I like to do during Lent is read spiritual books. This always seems to put me on the right path toward learning more about my faith and how I can improve my prayer life. Read More
We Thank Thee, O God
Posted by Deacon Allen | Emotions/Feelings, Everyday Life, Family, Prayer | No CommentsAs we celebrate on this Thanksgiving Day holiday, may we appreciate those who make up the fabric of our lives and remember to be grateful for all that we have.
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After taking a long walk while taking in the beauty of God’s creation, I returned to my hermitage while on retreat. Read More
“Whenever we take a step toward Jesus, we come to realize that he is already there, waiting for us with open arms.” ~Pope Francis Read More
To “let go” does not mean to stop caring, it means that I can’t do it for someone else.
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My mother was having an issue with her TV, and it was quite the stumper.
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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.
St. Augustine is perhaps the most significant Christian thinkers who shaped the practice of biblical interpretation and helped lay the foundation for much of modern Christian thought. It is said that he preached somewhere between 6,000 and 10,000 sermons in his lifetime. Wow!
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