Don’t Toss in the Towel!
Albert Haase, OFM
April 30, 2022
I’m weary, and I have nothing to show for my spiritual progress. It can be overcome through persistence, fidelity, and spiritual practice.
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Albert Haase, OFM
Albert Haase, OFM, is a popular preacher, teacher, and spiritual director. A former missionary to mainland China for over eleven years, he is the award-winning author of twelve books on popular spirituality including Soul Training with the Peace Prayer of Saint Francis (Franciscan Media) and the presenter on five bestselling DVDs. He has trained spiritual directors for ten years. He is currently chaplain at Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center in the diocese of Austin, Texas. Visit his website at www.AlbertOFM.org (edited)
What’s Your Price?
Albert Haase, OFM
April 14, 2022
We all betray Jesus for a price. For Judas, it was 30 pieces of silver. For Peter, it was the fear of being recognized as a disciple.
Do You Believe?
Albert Haase, OFM
March 28, 2022
Lent is a time to reexamine and deepen our faith in God the Father who raised Jesus from the dead. Jesus promises eternal life to those who harbor that belief.
Exchange These “P’s” for These “S’s”
Albert Haase, OFM
March 18, 2022
Jesus turns our understanding of success inside out. He models true success as helping others, giving of oneself, and doing God’s will—service, sacrifice, and surrender.
Time to Reboot
Albert Haase, OFM
March 6, 2022
Lent is a time to reboot our spiritual life. Jesus offers us a trinity of ancient practices—prayer, fasting, almsgiving—that not only do that but also strengthen the three important relationships in our lives.
Cupid’s Impersonator
Albert Haase, OFM
February 14, 2022
Lust seduces me not only to say more with my body than I could ever imagine saying with my heart, but also to violate trust and fidelity in my committed relationships.
The Light of God’s Face
Albert Haase, OFM
December 22, 2020
The Peace Prayer reminds us to brighten the lives of others with deeds that manifest our familial bonds as children of a loving, forgiving God.