God doesn’t need to make things beautiful when he’s made them purposeful — yet he does!

Just right day on the trail.

A simple prayer practice that keeps God in the forefront. The Examen prayer.

Funny as always.

So, so good and lovely — the story, the characters, the scenery, the writing.

Three generations of a wealthy family in Hungary going through the destruction of the empire, communism, fascism, and wars. Great writing, characterization, and story.

Great poem, cool article.

How does our body pray?

Padraig, always lovely.

Michelangelo’s Pietà in Italy.

Road Trip - April-May 2026 - Michigan-Tucson-Arches-Portland-Lynden

#15 - Arches in the evening

Road Trip - April-May 2026 - Michigan-Tucson-Arches-Portland-Lynden

#14 - Potash

Mary. Let’s celebrate her. “The Bible offers glimpses of Mary that together paint a portrait of discipleship. Few others followed Jesus with the same level of thoughtfulness, reflection, obedience, intelligence, and faith as his mama did.”

Rethinking who Dolly Parton is and a different perspective on spreading the gospel.

What happens when the gospel isn’t preached.

How awesome is this?

Some of Merton’s thoughts on love.