Pentecost Homilies

PENTECOST AND THE GIFT OF LANGUAGE by Fr. Robert Barron Gift of tongues. We can communicate in a number of ways. But we never really communicate until we have learnt someone else's language. That's how worlds and hearts open up. Disciples were … [Read more...]

Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering Everything by Joshua Foer

"An instant bestseller that is poised to become a classic, Moonwalking with Einstein recounts Joshua Foer's yearlong quest to improve his memory under the tutelage of top "mental athletes." He draws on cutting-edge research, a surprising cultural … [Read more...]

Ascension Sunday Homilies

Mass Readings: Acts 1: 1-11 Ps 47: God mounts his throne to shouts of joy: a blare of trumpets for the Lord. Ephesians 1: 17-23 Mark 16: 15-20 ASCENSION SUNDAY: THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HEAVEN AND EARTH by Fr. Robert Barron We … [Read more...]

Arrow Prayers

Here is a list of arrow prayers (short prayers to heaven) that I use for meditation and quick prayers throughout the day. The Father is fathering me; He knows the way. Expect and anticipate daily affection from the Father. I am on the … [Read more...]

Improve Your Reading – Speed Reading & Active Reading Strategies

The Facts: The average reading speed in the US is 200-300 wpm (1/2 to 1 page per minute), with the top 1% of the population reading over 400 wpm. 5 Obstacles to effective reading Lack of education Lack of focus Subvocalization … [Read more...]

Summary of I Believe in Love: A Personal Retreat Based on the Teaching of St. Thérèse of Lisieux by Fr. Jean d’Elbée

On a scale of 1 to 10, how confident are you in God's personal love for you, especially during times of desolation or darkness? If you answered less than 10, this book is for YOU :) Conference 1: Love for Love God loved us first so that we might love … [Read more...]

Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown

My notes from this book: Questions this book addresses: How often do you say yes simply to please? Or to avoid trouble? Or because "yes" had become your default response?  Have you ever felt yourself stretched too thin? Have you ever felt … [Read more...]

6th Sunday of Easter Homilies

GOD'S MARVELOUS CHOICE by Fr. Robert Barron To grasp the dynamic of Jesus' speech at the last supper, this high priestly prayer, is at the heart of Christianity.  "It was not you who chose me, but I who chose you". Spiritualities today are … [Read more...]

Fathered by God by John Eldredge

Purpose of this book: In this world of uninitiated & unfinished men, Fathered by God is a sure & certain path for the initiation process of how to become a man. "You are the son of a kind, strong, and engaged Father, a Father wise enough to … [Read more...]

April 2015 – Review

Highlights: Chrism Mass Easter Triduum at Abbey VC vs. Seminarian Bball game Reading Therese stuff again Sports Day & Spirit Week Finishing 1st year of Seminary Spirituality: Therese's Little Way  "I want to love you like … [Read more...]