Tag: joy

  • Called to Share—for Epiphany 3B

    Called to Share—for Epiphany 3B

    The challenge of the call stories for us is that we might not understand exactly what they mean for us. We are called to enjoy a life of service.

  • Our Secret Super Power

    Our Secret Super Power

    We are participating in the reimagining of sainthood and of our place in the world. And yet, the reason behind it remains the same.

  • Celebrate

    Celebrate

    Episode 51 of the Make Saints podcast

  • Joy

    Joy

    Episode 9 December 9, 2021

  • Joy – something better than happy

    Joy – something better than happy

    We take the word joy as a synonym for happy. Something we are, rather than a momentary emotion. The distinction can help lead to both.

  • Thanksgiving

    Thanksgiving

    Episode 7 November 24, 2021

  • More than a birth story

    More than a birth story

    Christmas isn’t merely about the birth of a baby. The baby is the revolution. And the very spirit of Christmas is a constant reminder that we are too. The baby is the revolution. Christmas Eve  |  Luke 2:1-20 When planet Krypton is exploding, Jor-El and Lara put their baby in a spaceship and send him…

  • The Thing About Christmas

    The Thing About Christmas

    The thing about Christmas is we can’t force joy. No matter how much eggnog and spiced lattes we drink, cookies we decorate, presents we receive. Joy isn’t forced upon us. We don’t wake up with Christmas Spirit because the calendar pages turn. Joy just happens. This is what separates joy from happiness. As The Oatmeal…