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One of my favourite writers, when it comes to prayers and reflections, is Joyce Rupp. Rupp is a member of the Servite (Servants of Mary) Community and the codirector of the Institute of Compassionate Presence. She has written many, many … Continue reading →

Today is International Women’s Day, a day marked in a variety of ways around the world. The history of this day stretches back to 1909 when it was strictly a political day established to remember the strike of the International … Continue reading →

I came back from a busy afternoon that had included several interruptions – not unusual at the church – a professor once instructed our class that ‘real ministry’ happens in the interruptions, but I digress, – I came back to … Continue reading →

Love month continues to unfold. Since I last wrote we have celebrated Ash Wednesday, Valentine’s Day, Family Day and of course, my birthday! With the marking of a natal day comes some reflection on where I’ve been and where I … Continue reading →

We are well into February. Ah, February the home month of Groundhog Day, Chinese New Year’s, Valentine’s Day, Family Day, Leap Year Day (every fourth year, of course) and MY BIRTHDAY! February is a favourite month of mine not just … Continue reading →

Do you ever, in those maudlin or worried moments, find yourself asking, “What is the purpose of all this?” It is a natural rhythm of life to feel the ups and downs of moods and when we are in the … Continue reading →

Ever have one of those days? A day that seems littered with mistakes from morning to night? I am still recovering! A hasty word spoken in anger. An oversight and consequent hurt feelings. An assumption leading to a misunderstanding. An … Continue reading →

Many Canadians seek “escape” at this time of year by heading to places where the sun is bright and the temperatures are warm. Me, I like winter! I am blessed to live in an area of the country where snow … Continue reading →

It is awards season. The Golden Globes and The People’s Choice have happened and the nominations for the Oscar’s, the big one and the original one, have now been announced. I used to love to watch the Oscar’s but I … Continue reading →

I am reluctant to go home today. I have been in my office for all of the day and I am certainly ready for a change of scene but I loathe going home. You see today is Epiphany, the end … Continue reading →