(The following is a transcript of a homily by Father George Sanders, Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church, Hot Springs, AR - March 13, 2022. Father George formerly lived overseas and is entered the fellowship of the Catholic Church later in life and has a Protestant...
“How would Christ solve modern problems if He were on earth today? For those of my faith there is only one answer. Christ is on earth today, alive on a thousand altars.” G.K. Chesterton I don’t know a clearer way to say it, “You are invited!” All are invited to mass....
I could answer this question with a lot of people. But I think it’s best to not overthink the question and just give the first answer that comes into my mind and heart - John Hawkins. I met John in the fall of 1992. I was at TCU and was leading a ministry on campus....
What do I believe? God created family before any other institution…even the church. The role of fathers in the lives of theirs sons and daughters cannot be underestimated. We all need to be named, blessed, matured, and given our identity. This comes primarily (on...
My father-in-law died 4 years ago. Ever since then I’ve mulled over in my mind what I could possibly say that would do justice to a man I respect so much. After reflection and prayer this is the best that I’ve come up with for now. Someone said that my father-in-law,...
My dad is a great storyteller. His eyes light up and his gestures animate the scenes as he walks me through interesting drama from his childhood. He provides colorful detail, interesting character impressions, and always seems to be ready for the twist at the end....
I have the privilege and responsibility of working with many leaders. We pull them away from their day-to-day environments, put them in front of their teams and talk about the V word: vulnerability. It’s a privilege because they allow us into a very sacred space. It’s...
I love you Dad. I know you love me. I’m proud to be your son. I know you are proud of me. I’m sorry for the time we lost when I was younger. I’m glad the past years have been our best. Thank you for what you have given me. I hope I can honor you half and much as you...
My father has a kind of subtle way of expressing himself. Growing up I don't think it was quite clear to me where he was coming from. Was he speaking from the heart or just being polite? He has a Mr. Rogers-like way of smiling and saying nice things. I mean that as a...
When I was in college my Christian friends and I dealt with two things: the constant conviction to be sharing the gospel with others AND the utter fear of sharing the gospel with others. Why be afraid of something like this? They say that people fear public speaking...
There’s likely many formal definitions of the word “pilgrimage.” A quick Google search will prove this. I’ve looked up the word many times and resonate with many aspects of the definitions I’ve read. Then I went on several pilgrimages. I’m writing this reflection...
I’ve had many conversations with family and friends over the years about figuring out the “right thing to do” and God’s will and how to do those thing well. In a conversation I was having with my son years ago this thought came to mind… Instead of focusing on what to...