
Finding Common Ground
Dozens of communities rejected a plea to work in Hawaii among those with Hansen’s disease, once called leprosy. Marianne Cope and her sisters said yes.
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Dozens of communities rejected a plea to work in Hawaii among those with Hansen’s disease, once called leprosy. Marianne Cope and her sisters said yes.

Why would God summon us to be disciples of his beloved Son? In the words of a Sufi master: “I chose to call you because you need it more than the others!”

Visionary leadership requires clarity of vision and a commitment to inspiring others toward a shared purpose. St. Francis led with simplicity and humility, envisioning a world where love and compassion reign.

Jesus said that love is acts, that you have to do something when you love.

Part of our fallen human nature allows us to hurt others easily. Even if our intent is innocent, the impact can still cause pain.

Sometimes the demands that are placed upon us fuel expectations that mysteriously bind themselves to us. May this prayer inspire you to release the narratives and enjoy the gifts and grace of the day.

A dark cloud may mean a welcome rain, but it seldom lifts my spirit to say an Alleluia. I want sunshine.

We are invited into relationship with God who loves us and is faithful to us even when the world around us seems to fail.

Have you ever made a call to a business or a doctor’s office and been placed on a very long hold? I know I have.

Patience is not simply a trait that one either does or does not possess; patience is a virtue that one chooses to develop.