Tag: religion
Religion: Compassion that sees, feels and acts
The Gospel writers often describe Jesus as rich in compassion. In a world often marked by division, busyness and indifference, his example reminds us...
Religion: Yom Kippur: Receiving God’s mercy and grace
Do you have a song that takes you back in your memory to a different time, a different place? Sometimes the melodies are so...
Religion: The Shofar’s call awakens the season
While on vacation this summer, one morning my husband and I awoke to a loud alarm. Within seconds we realized the sound was coming...
Religion: Say what? How our words can build others up
Words are powerful. They have the ability to shape our lives and the lives of the people around us. A simple phrase can encourage...
Religion: Staying the course and keeping faith
There comes a time, perhaps many times in life, when our faith is challenged and the religious path that we have chosen is questioned...
Religion: A good word can be a blessing
I believe in you. You picked out a great outfit this morning. You have what it takes to accomplish the tasks in front of...
Religion: Discovering life’s true purpose
What is happiness? We all look for happiness, but happiness is in our own actions, not in our possessions.
Happiness is about what we do every day....
Religion: Let us be kind
My wife and I just celebrated the tenth anniversary of our move to Morgan Hill. We arrived in town as newlyweds. Three homes, four...
Religion: A sacred time of reflection and remembrance
As many around the world celebrate New Year’s Day with fireworks, parties and resolutions, Muslims mark the beginning of their calendar year in a...
Religion: Gratitude is the key to happiness
We all know someone who seems to be cheerful and happy no matter their circumstances, as well as someone who can never be satisfied....
