John Freund, CM
Author
Memories Keep Relationships Alive
In this Vincentian Mindwalk I invite you to explore some of the ways our memories help us understand Jesus asking us to “do this in memory of me.”
Fire – blessing or curse?
Fires are burning faster and hotter than ever before, and complex socio-economic factors are resulting in more people being affected by the effects of smoke, debris flows and other wildfire effects.
Mary Finally Knows
The question, “Mary did you know” dates from 1984. Mark Lowry wrote the the lyrics for “Mary, Did You Know?” I find the lyrics raise questions I did not know I wanted to ask Mary.
Zooming our way into a digital world?
In the American literary classic, Rip Van Winkle fell asleep in the Catskill Mountains and woke up 20 years later, having missed the American Revolution.
Praying the Our Father With New Ears
Many years ago, I had the privilege of visiting the Vatican Museum of Modern Art with an accomplished artist. I thought I knew it well.
When Did Christians Become Soldiers?
I must admit. During most of my 80-plus years I took it for granted that Christians served in the military. I was awed by the supreme sacrifice made. I still am!
How Have You Changed?
The question “How have you changed” is more complicated than you might realize! Before you answer, listen to this story.
Lessons From Those Flying Geese
Just about everyone has seen a flock of geese flying in their trademark V-formation. They are a thing of beauty to behold…. if you can get beyond their negative effects at lower altitudes.
Has Pope Francis “Made a Mess?”
Almost ten years ago to the day, Pope Francis told young people his hopes for World Youth Day. The sound bite people remember… “make a mess.”
Are We a “Listening” Community?
I suspect we have all heard stories about or even lived with someone who was “hard of hearing.”