“We have our monthly Racial Healing Eucharist, a special Gospel presentation, the Blessing of the Backpacks and Craig’s sabbatical, a Croatian-themed coffee hour … I wanted to write an invitation to everything in a way that would make sense, but how could I bring them all together?”

“Future generations at Holy Apostles benefit by the generosity of these scholarships. Father Lor has an adopted family that sustains him in his ministry and leadership.”

“We might decide, based on the various possible outcomes of the election, that there is a lot more we need to do. But also, we might have our hearts turned from fear and anxiety toward hope and joy when we realize the good work we’re already engaging in.”

“As we seek to bear full and unapologetic witness to the way of love in these deeply troubling days, I commend this practice to you.”

“An environment like that doesn’t happen by accident. “

“My three months away from St. John’s will be devoted to continued research, analysis of qualitative data, and writing theological reflections on my findings.”

“It’s a lovely room, quiet and cool in the summer, and one that I’ll confess I had kind of forgotten about for a while. That’s a shame, because it has so much to offer!”

“So many of you really have your eyes open. Open to the needs of this community and the community beyond our doors. Open to our many blessings. Open to our weaknesses and potential threats. Open to the opportunities and potential we have to further God’s love in our world.”