Franciscan Benediction by Joshua Spiers

The following benediction was put together by Joshua Spiers who works with TEAR Australia.  Another great mediation for the season of Lent.  Thanks to Steve Bradbury who sent the link to me.

A Prayer for the Second Sunday of Lent – What is Joy?

I was reflecting this morning on what brings us joy and makes us happy.  We have so distorted our understanding of these concepts moving them to the centre of our life purpose rather than seeing them as the unexpected outcome of lives dedicated to God’s purposes.  Pursuit of self brings fleeting joy and momentary happiness [...]

Good Natured Earthling Recommends Nettles for Allergies

Spring has sprung rather early here in the Pacific NW.  With a week of sunny cold mornings and warm days this last week the trees have all burst into spectacular bloom…. which is wonderful except for the fact that it has brought out every allergy anyone in this area ever suffered from.  Being among the [...]

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