Troubles and Grace
“We must not wish for the disappearance of our troubles but for the grace to transform them.” – Simone Weil
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I Am the Decisive Element
“I have come to the frightening conclusion that I am the decisive element. It is my personal approach that creates the climate. It is my daily mood that makes the weather. I possess tremendous power to make life miserable or … Continue reading →
Awaken Me – A Prayer of Self Reflection
Loving God, we give You thanks for the many ways each of us is called to serve in Your Healing Ministry! Awaken me to a sense of Your presence. Help me to catch glimpses of Your face in the faces … Continue reading →
Highly Motivated Team Members
“One of the very best ways to insure your team members are highly motivated is to hire and promote those that already are!” – Susan Fee
Continue reading →Show Me Your Scars
“When someone won’t show me their scars, I don’t really care to see their trophies.” – Mark Lowry
Continue reading →The Only True Gift
“Rings and jewels are not gifts, but apologies for gifts. The only true gift is a portion of thyself.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
Continue reading →God is in the Interruptions
“It seems to me that God is in the interruptions of my life and He’s seldom in my plans.” – Gloria Gaither
Continue reading →Undoubtedly Loving Our Neighbor
“If we love God, we will undoubtedly love our neighbor also; they are as cause and effect” – Catherine McAuley
Continue reading →The Anesthesia is Wearing Off
Irving was just coming out of anesthesia after a series of tests in the hospital, and his wife, Sarah, was sitting at his bedside. His eyes fluttered open, and he murmured, “You’re beautiful.” Flattered, Sarah continued her vigil while he … Continue reading →
Keeping Your Sanity (or Insanity) at Work
At lunch time, sit in your parked car and point a hair dryer at passing cars to see if they slow down. Page yourself over the intercom. (Don’t disguise your voice.) Insist that your e-mail address is Xena-goddess-of-fire@companyname.com or Elvis-the-King … Continue reading →