“Faith, while showing us things as they are, changes their ugliness into beauty…” (Jean Pierre de Caussade) This morning, I found my prayer space on the veranda of my house which was adorned with a variety of potted plants. Beneath each plant, I placed a few grains of rice. As the sun rises, tiny birdsContinue reading “Faith, the Imaging Machine”
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Nature – An Open Window to Spirituality
Nature reveals the core of spirituality through its open windows.God can be seen as the calm centre within a hurricane – peaceful, soothing, and the origin of creation’s movement.All of creation orbits this Centre and is driven by it.The Great Paradox:While the winds are turbulent, fierce, and destructive, they also represent the Holy Spirit, guidingContinue reading “Nature – An Open Window to Spirituality”
Living in the Present Moment
focusing on what is happening now, acknowledging my racing thoughts and strong emotions, and noticing those around me are my greatest challenges. The fierce and gentle winds of distraction, along with clouds of worries about the past or future, shift my focus away from the present, pulling me back either into the past or forwardContinue reading “Living in the Present Moment”
Father’s Eternal Waiting
Each day, I begin my prayer by reverencing the space because my Prodigal Fatheris eternally present-waiting, calling, and drawing me, the prodigal son,to return.He invites menot because I am perfect, deserving, earned, or pure, but because Godlongs toembrace me,kiss me,place a ring on my finger,offer me sandals,give me a regal robe,reconcile,heal,and celebrate my daily return.IContinue reading “Father’s Eternal Waiting”
Relay of Life
Our days begin with planning, projects, and programmes, building relationships through discussions, debates, and drives, dialogue.We strive for perfection, but we accept imperfections. We seek completion but acknowledge incompletion.We aim for order, yet we encounter disorder.We hope for calm, but experience chaos.Nothing in life is usually perfect, complete, orderly or calm. Nonetheless, we start, knowingContinue reading “Relay of Life”
Creation and Sound
Every living thing is born with the ability to produce sound through movement.The crash of ocean waves,The thunder of a volcanic eruption,The clicking of insect wings,The voice of humans,The hum of whales,The fluttering wings of hummingbirds.Every living being is born with the ability to perceive sound.Patrons absorbing the thumping beat of dancehall music.Worshippers hearing theContinue reading “Creation and Sound”
Shaping New Life Through Suffering
“If God causes you to suffer much, it is a sign that He has great designs foryou…” (St. Ignatius of Loyola). Reflecting on this line, I find it difficult to accept. There is a deeper meaning to thosemoments of suffering, but I often get caught up in the pain and discomfort of thepresent. The imageContinue reading “Shaping New Life Through Suffering”
Christ, the Gardener
“Those God knew before time, God also predestined us to be shaped in the image of the Son…” (Romans 8:28-30) As I pondered Jesus deliberately calling each of his disciples by name while walking through Galilee, I was struck by his intentional transformation journey with them. He moulded and reshaped his disciples into his imageContinue reading “Christ, the Gardener”
A Toddler’s Grace
“Blessed are your eyes that see what you are seeing! (Luke 10:23-24) Thinking about this passage, I realise there’s a difference between seeing something on the surface and grasping its underlying meaning or significance. I can take a situation at face value, but I can also catch the message behind what I see or hear. Continue reading “A Toddler’s Grace”
A Pope of Vulnerability, Continuity and Augustian Justice
THE EDITOR, Madame: The election of Pope Leo XIV signifies a crucial moment for the Catholic Church, combining humility, continuity, and a renewed focus on social justice. His first public appearance was marked by evident vulnerability—tears in his eyes, a quiver in his voice, and a face showing both wonder and anxiety. Does this humanityContinue reading “A Pope of Vulnerability, Continuity and Augustian Justice”
Beloved Reflections 