Connecting Point: September 22, 2024 Published on September 16, 2024 As one of the world’s greatest White Castle lovers, I can vouch for the truth of their current slogan: “The Crave is a Powerful
Connecting Point: September 15, 2024 Published on September 9, 2024 It is getting close to election time. As such, in the near future, I bet many of us are going to have uncomfortable conversations with friends or
Connecting Point: September 8, 2024 September 2, 2024 In this Sunday’s readings, we are called to examine how we view and treat others, especially those who might be different from us. The second
Connecting Point: September 1, 2024 Published on August 26, 2024 Our world is busy, noisy, and full of constant communication from people, phones, computers, televisions, and radios—the list is endless. It is
Connecting Point: August 25, 2024 Published on August 20, 2024 The teachings of Christ are profound goals for our living as disciples. On the heels of the Olympics, I can’t help but equate Jesus’ teachings to
Connecting Point: August 18, 2024 Published on August 12, 2024 This week’s scripture readings invite us to reflect on wisdom, living lives worthy of our calling, and taking the opportunity to
Connecting Point: August 11, 2024 Published on August 5, 2024 Bitterness and anger are like heavy chains that bind our hearts, preventing us from experiencing full joy and peace. They are often born from deep
Connecting Point: August 4, 2024 Published on July 29, 2024 When I was discerning my path into ministry, I spent several hours grumbling and wondering what I should do. During one of many conversations
Connecting Point: July 28, 2024 Published on July 22, 2024 We live in a fast-paced world that pulls us in many directions and relentlessly demands more of our attention, energy, and productivity.
Connecting Point: July 21, 2024 Published on July 15, 2024 When I was younger, we only had a few TV channels and two major newspapers. The news was presented by simply stating the facts,
Connecting Point: July 14, 2024 July 8, 2024 In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus sends the disciples to continue his mission, preaching repentance and healing the sick. This mission has now
Connecting Point: July 7, 2024 Published on July 1, 2024 “Hard of face and obstinate of heart are they to whom I am sending you. But you shall say to them: Thus says the Lord GOD!” (Ez
Connecting Point: June 30, 2024 Published on June 24, 2024 What in your life do you still wish Jesus would heal? This question strikes at the center of our human nature, touching on the vulnerabilities and
Connecting Point: June 23, 2024 June 17, 2024 Life is often described as a series of storms, each varying in duration and intensity. Trusting Jesus amidst these storms can sometimes feel
Connecting Point: June 16, 2024 Published on June 10, 2024 Who you are today is the result of the many people who have shaped you—parents, friends, mentors, etc. While these countless individuals have
Connecting Point: June 9, 2024 Published on June 3, 2024 Although obstacles are simply a part of life, we have become a society that needs instant gratification. We find waiting for anything to be
Connecting Point: June 2, 2024 Published on May 28, 2024 As Deacon Rick and I were traveling to Mackinac Island for the Knights of Columbus State Convention, I remembered I hadn’t yet written this
Connecting Point: May 26, 2024 Published on May 20, 2024 Throughout the scriptures, God chooses people to be his own (Noah, Abraham, and David, to name a few), as well as nations (the people of Israel, for
Connecting Point: May 19, 2024 Published on May 13, 2024 This Sunday’s feast of Pentecost brings our Easter season to a close. Some refer to the Easter Season as the “Season of the Holy
Connecting Point: May, 12, 2024 Published on May 6, 2024 The Ascension marked a major decision point in the lives of Christ’s Disciples. As Jesus was taken up into heaven, they had to decide to face