On the Feast of St Patrick – Second Sunday of Lent

Feast or Fast?On this St Patrick’s Day consider a few words from the prayer known as St Patrick’s Breastplate – Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me,Christ in me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me,Christ on my right, … Continue reading

211 – Hearing in the Silence – Intention on the Spiritual Journey

In every extended discussion of spiritual practices “silence” always becomes a focus of attention at some point.  Many times the importance of silence is questioned, especially as it is “heard” as a withdrawal from the world, the community and our call to be … Continue reading

198 – Start – Intention on the Spiritual Journey

A very short quotation from Mother Teresa today, “Never worry about numbers. Help one person at a time, and always start with the person nearest you.” Nothing needs to be added.  

97 – Pray – Intention on the Spiritual Journey

A few days ago I came across something Mother Teresa of Calcutta said about praying, “Try to feel the need for prayer often during the day and take the trouble to pray. Prayer makes the heart large enough until it … Continue reading