Angela:

I love you willingness to be open to what God has called you to. That is a great sign of faith.

Your reflections are really quite good. Self reflection really shows how much we have grown in or through a situation. Keep up the great work!

Peace, Fran

Angela:

I love the “Caught Living the Mission” especially for younger kids. It is important that we affirm them in the good they do. What a great idea.

Thanks for sharing, Fran

Angela:

I love that you see how the conversation often leads to an understanding of how God is working with you in answering your prayers.

Beautiful! Peace, Fran

Welcome Angela! I look forward to this journey!

Peace, Fran

Mark

I agree that being at an advanced age allows one to learn for fun. I sure am enjoying this side of the learning curve!

Peace, Fran

Mark:

It is great when we look back and can clearly see God working in our lives. Peace, Fran

Mark

You had me at over thinker! You are spot on with what over thinking and worrying does to us and our relationship with God. My intellect tells me I am not doubting God as much as I am doubting myself, but trust in both God and myself needs to be part of the equation. I often overlook that fact.

Thanks for sharing. Peace, Fran

Welcome Michelle! I am so excited to have you in the cohort. I am looking forward to the journey as we go.

Peace, Fran

Kimberly:

Both of you choices are excellent. I love the image of raising both mind and heart to God since neither can be seen only felt. I also love Eckhart. Thank you.

Peace, Fran

This makes my heart happy! Welcome!

Peace, Fran

Hey Donna!

I am excited to walk with you in this journey of faith formation. I imagine you have great insights from your many years of being a catechist. I am looking forward to learning with you.

Peace, Fran

Welcome Kimberly! I look forward to sharing the journey with you!

Peace, Fran

Welcome Kimberly! I look forward to sharing the journey with you!

Peace, Fran

JJ!

You are life long learning HERO! Thanks for always being willing to step up. You are such a gift.

Peace, Fran

Evanne:

I love the quote attributed to St. Francis, “Preach the Gospel at all times. when necessary use words.” It sounds like your actions and the actions of your parish are a living testimony to that sentiment. We may never know the good that we do or who we bring to Jesus. We may only know that we live our lives in a manner that glorifies…[Read more]

Mark:

You obviously have a heart for service. For young people that is the most important part of service. We must be authentic so that they see the value beyond the hours needed for school or Confirmation. As you witness, service is life long and life giving. Thanks so much for your example!

Peace, Fran

Jenifer! Whoever the wise person was that advised you to just talk like you are speaking conversationally with a friend is very wise. The best prayer is the one that comes most authentically from our hearts.

Love this and you! Fran

Mark:

I too love the St. Augustine quote. It is quite sage advice. Can you imagine the result if we all worked so hard!

Peace, Fran

Mark:

I love that you were open to the possibilities of teaching a new subject matter. I really admire your decision and it sounds like you have benefitted as much as your students. A win-win for the Holy Spirit!

Peace, Fran

Lena:

You are spot on. If we do not know what we believe we cannot know who we are.

I hope you enjoy this course.

Peace, Fran