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At This Table

Christ taught us how to break bread. Christ taught us how to build tables that welcome all to participate in that breaking of bread.
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Opening the Door

In just six years, Alphonsus Rodriguez (1532-1617) lost his mother, wife, and young children. Who would have blamed the 38-year-old if he had become bitter and angry with God?
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I Choose You

God said “I choose you” to Mary, and Mary said it back. Jesus said “I choose you” to Peter and Andrew, and they said it back. Mary, Peter, and Andrew meant it so much so that they gave their lives ...
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The Pause That Refreshes

This morning on my walk I encountered two adult and two young deer. Not wanting to disturb their breakfast, I stopped in my tracks and simply watched, feeling a kinship with my nonhuman neighbors.
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Discerning Future Travel

As borders open and vaccines become more widely available, it's an opportunity to consider travel anew. While planning your next trip, consider traveling somewhere outside of your comfort zone.
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Seeing God in the Little Things

It’s easy to see God’s glory in the big stuff. But what about the small stuff? How often do we let the simple things amaze us?
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The Blessing of Time

Time can be an adversary or an ally. But what’s comforting is that it always moves forward. Fit a silent prayer into every hour of the day today.
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