Our Trials Lead to Something More
As I began settling in on my annual retreat, I slowly started the process of…
Deacon AllenSeptember 19, 2024
Jesus is Not Far from Us
Recently, I've been struggling at work. To be honest, this has been going on for…
Deacon AllenJune 4, 2024
An Ash Wednesday Prayer
I found this in my file cabinet and wanted to share it as our Lenten…
Deacon AllenFebruary 14, 2024
Interruption or Invitation?
When our sons were younger, I would play with them after dinner until it was…
Deacon AllenJanuary 21, 2024
If You’re Happy and You Know It
If you're happy and you know it clap your hands. If you're happy and you…
Deacon AllenDecember 17, 2023
Doe, A Deer, A Female Deer
What is it about deer? Whenever you see one, you almost automatically exclaim, “Oh, look.…
Deacon AllenNovember 2, 2023
More Than Just a Haircut
Last week, I went to get my haircut, like I’ve done so many times before.…
Deacon AllenSeptember 14, 2023
Here Comes the Judge(ment)
Have you ever caught yourself in the act of judging others? It could be while…
Deacon AllenAugust 31, 2023
Time to Have your Bread Examined
I love bread. It doesn't matter what kind; I just really love bread. I find…
Deacon AllenJuly 27, 2023
How Big is Your “But?”
Have you ever gazed at yourself in a mirror and wondered who was looking back…
Deacon AllenJuly 13, 2023
