The Power of a Smile

“Every time you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing.” ― Mother Teresa Last night, I was looking through some …

FGG-068 That Was Yesterday

My friend was an atheists and a struggling alcoholic.  In one of several attempts to overcome his alcohol addiction, he placed a 3X5 card on our shared bulletin board with …

Leave It at the Altar

Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Then the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will …

FGG-067 Save it for Easter

As a youngster, I remember on my birthday every year (in February, during or near lent), I would always receive some article of clothing as a gift. Whether it was …

It’s a Matter of Trust

“So now, my son, find yourself a trustworthy man who will make the journey with you.”  Tobit 5:3 As I sat waiting for Sunday mass to begin, I felt a …