The Power of Yes

“Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.” Then the angel departed from her.” –Luke 1:38 Such was …

FGG-102 Where is the Baby!

There is a story of two young women having an elaborate lunch together in an upscale downtown restaurant. As they are enjoying their food and conversation, the invited guest asks …

Advent or Advil?

“Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 All the way to the Saturday vigil Mass Diane and I …

Welcome to Secular Advent

And do this because you know the time; it is the hour now for you to awake from sleep. For our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed;the …

FGG-101 Our Thanksgiving Pizza

In June, my wife Diane and I celebrated our 46th wedding anniversary.  In those 46 years, we have had some interesting holiday gatherings, but none like the one in Atlanta, …