Oftentimes in life things just don’t go our way. Our dreams and hopes, the things we spent energy and resources on, take an unexpected turn. Just imagine the disappointment, shock, guilt, shame, blame, anger, resentment and grief. We begin to question why did this happen? How? Who? Why didn’t I see this coming? What could … Continue reading Radical trust!!!
“He set his face to go to Jerusalem”
It feels like it was yesterday. It must have been 32 plus years ago. A touchstone memory of joy during the mid-to-late 80’s in the midst of war. The joy was owing to Palm Sunday celebrations in a local Church in Jbeil, Mount Lebanon, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world.I recall … Continue reading “He set his face to go to Jerusalem”
“I am going fishing”
A reflection on Jesus' appearance to His disciples by the Sea of Tiberias according to the Gospel of John. (Read John 21:1-14) Have you ever been in a situation where you just about given up? You know those times when you try anything and everything to find a solution or a resolution but nothing seems to work? … Continue reading “I am going fishing”
Burning Hearts
The story of the road to Emmaus is perhaps the most beautifully told story in all the gospels. The rich sense of details touches our hearts in a very profound way and adds to the suspense of this unique and intimate meeting between Jesus and the disciples. This story is also a spiritual treasure. How many … Continue reading Burning Hearts
Burning Hearts 