Reflection Are you envious because I am generous? Matthew 20:1-16 Envy cannot recognize the gifts of others and denies them respect. It cannot see clearly; its vision is blurred. This attitude cannot be part of us as those who profess to follow Jesus. To move beyond this, we need to see that life is not about entitlement, to realize that…
Reflection At its core, global climate change is not about economic theory or political platforms, nor about partisan advantage or interest group pressures. It is about the future of God’s creation and the one human family. It is about protecting both the human environment’ and the natural environment. To embrace our role as stewards of God’s creation, we must employ…
Sister Dolores Jean McLaughlin. CSJ died on September 17, 2020 in the 68th year of her religious life.
Rosh Hashanah Reflection Rosh Hashanah, the beginning of the Jewish New Year, marks the beginning of ten days of soul searching and repentance. The themes of the High Holy Days are meant to create a sensitivity and appreciation for the precious significance of everyday existence. For all of us, focusing on human mortality and the factors that wreak havoc upon…
Reflection The only truths which serve as the operating systems of our souls are love, compassion, kindness, grace, empathy, acceptance. The darkness we face as the human race right now, is a result of our planet and our souls evolving out of fear, and into love. It’s hard to imagine that the world will return to operating the way we…
Reflection Those who dwell, as scientists or laymen, among the beauties and mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life. Whatever the vexations and concerns of their personal lives, their thoughts can find paths that lead to inner contentment and to renewed excitement in living. Those who contemplate beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that…
Reflection The present pandemic, which in a few short months has wreaked havoc across our world, is most likely caused by an imbalance in the natural world, as loss of habitat and biodiversity is not only driving animals to extinction but directly causing animal viruses to spread to humans. In response our leaders are using the images of conflict: “We…
Reflection The most pressing moral and spiritual question of the age is – what is our relationship with Earth and how do we set it right again? What is it that needs to be done? If what we have learned from culture and its economic and political world view is a hierarchical world view that elevates the human species above…
Reflection “Lord, how often must I forgive my brother if he wrongs me? As often as seven times?” Jesus answered, “Not seven, I tell you, but seventy-seven times.” Matthew 18:21-22 The concept of forgiveness is often misused to mean that we would let bad things be done to us or to expect others to forgive us when we continue…
Reflection When weather events are threatening, we abruptly realize the distortion of our climate. But, every day we are dependent on Earth not only for our bodily survival but also for the renewal of our spirits. We have a deep connection with Earth. Even if we live in the city our human bond with Earth requires a piece of green,…