“Dead Man Walking” nun testifies against death penalty for Boston marathon bomber.
Sister Helen Prejean. Good.
Tim had a good Saturday
At the big Somers Lions Club meet – always a nice event – he won the shot put while getting a new PR, and came third in the javelin. At 159’0″ he was almost nine feet off his personal best in the javelin, but he was throwing after several hours on a hot day, and … Read more
Hike of the month – excellent
The Popolopen Torne Loop – some preliminary pix – & more to follow. Going up At the top – 942 feet above sea level. Going down! More to follow – We have some great pictures! And the Cairn is very striking and emotional for what it has.
28th Anniversary of formation: Friars of the Renewal (CFR’s)
I get the Friars periodic eLetter, and this arrived this today. I am shamelessly lifting the text and pictures. Fr. Groeschel was the family guru. From The Friars eLetter CFR Founding Day Posted: 28 Apr 2015 07:29 AM PDT Today marks the 28th anniversary of the founding of our community, a most celebratory day. … Read more
Saint Fidelis, today’s Saint – priest and martyr
I’m posting this because I know a great Franciscan priest named Fidelis. St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen. Fidelis means “Faith”. He was a Capuchin Franciscan. Worth listening to at least the first 2 – 3 minutes.
Fr. Barron: “ISIS and the Cross”
With the latest massacre video out there; To reflect on … Just a great eight minutes.
“God of the Big Bang” – excellent 6 minute video
The host, Lauren Green, has very interesting bio, including being a runner-up for Miss America in 1985. Here's a link to the book. God of the Big Bang. This is an excellent discussion of what science can and cannot do.
“Lords of the Rings”: Stepinac football championship ring ceremony
Friday evening there was a very nice event held in the Stepinac Chapel to an overflow crowd of players and family members. And of course, then down to the cafeteria for a nosh. Fr. Collins, the President of Stepinac spoke briefly and wisely at the Chapel – most important line being “don’t give the ring … Read more
Pope Francis on Gender Theory
What a surprise – the traditional view of the complementarity of the sexes!
Tim – surprise shot put PR yesterday
Good for Tim. At a Harrison HS meet he uncorked two big throws – first 46' 7" to beat his best from the winter, by four inches. And then another throw of 47' 5 & 1/2". He easily won the meet – no one else reached 40'. It's surprising because the best he'd thrown in … Read more