Living Simply
The sannyasi (a spiritual Hindu person who has turned away from all material possessions) had…
Deacon AllenMarch 15, 2018
Take Up Our Cross
What did Jesus mean when He said, “If anyone wishes to come after me, he…
Deacon AllenFebruary 15, 2018
Ashes are for People like Us
Just in case anyone’s stressing over this, getting ashes doesn’t mean we’re holy. In fact,…
Deacon AllenFebruary 14, 2018
All Souls’ Day
Today we remember those who have passed from this life with faith, hope and trust…
Deacon AllenNovember 2, 2017
Spiritual Lessons from Popeye
Every time I hear the words from Exodus, “I AM WHO AM,” I can’t help…
Deacon AllenJuly 20, 2017
Are You a Seeker?
While on retreat a few months back, my spiritual director asked me this question: what…
Deacon AllenMay 11, 2017
Off the Rails
In 1980, Ozzy Osbourne released a song called “Crazy Train.” In this song, Ozzy asks…
Deacon AllenApril 27, 2017
Prayer Changes Our Hearts
Don’t hold back when praying to God – tell him exactly what’s wrong and insist…
Deacon AllenMarch 30, 2017
The Cocoon of Self-Absorption
One of the many wonders of nature is a cocoon. A caterpillar encloses itself in a…
Deacon AllenMarch 16, 2017
We Need to be Poked!
I was looking through some old photos of our past family camping vacations not too…
Deacon AllenJanuary 26, 2017
