Jesus observes the widow contributing from her poverty Mark 12:38-44 In the course of his teaching Jesus said to the crowds, “Beware the scribes, who like to… Read more “Contributing From Our Poverty”
Author: thoughtsandprayersforthefaithful
Gangs in Georgia
When I think if gangs in America, I think of the inner cities of Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York. I don’t think of Georgia. But, according… Read more “Gangs in Georgia”
More Thoughts on the Election
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris Nicole Russell, who writes an opinion column for USA TODAY, got it right in her most recent column, “Voters strongly rebuke Democrats… Read more “More Thoughts on the Election”
Trump Wins
President-elect Donald J. Trump, with Barron and Meliania Whether one loves him or hates him, or neither loves nor hates him, no one can deny that former… Read more “Trump Wins”
It’s Election Day. God Bless America!
Voters in New York Today is election day for America. Thanks be to God it’s nearly over. But, seriously, it feels great to be an American on… Read more “It’s Election Day. God Bless America!”
Requim for Peanut, and Our Laughingstock Government!
Peanut the Squirrel The entire nation seems to be captivated by the demise of Peanut (or P’Nut), a pet squirrel who had been taken in by Mark… Read more “Requim for Peanut, and Our Laughingstock Government!”
All Souls’ Day
Today, November 2, is the Feast of All Souls. Wisdom 3:1-9 The souls of the righteous are in the hand of God, and no torment shall touch… Read more “All Souls’ Day”
All Saints Day
Today, November 1, is All Saints Day. One of the wonderful things about the Catholic faith is that it has attracted to it so many from so… Read more “All Saints Day”
Synod on Synodality Ends
The Synod on Synodality has ended, and it ended, not with a bang, but a wimper. What were the original goals of the Synod on Synodality? This… Read more “Synod on Synodality Ends”
Take Courage. Rise Up. Jesus Is Calling You.
Mark 10:46-52 As Jesus was leaving Jericho with his disciples and a sizeable crowd, Bartimaeus, a blind man, the son of Timaeus, sat by the roadside begging.… Read more “Take Courage. Rise Up. Jesus Is Calling You.”
Thoughts and Prayers for the Faithful 