Seven secrets of resistance
I remember very well how, over 20 years ago, one of my sons was dressed up like a soldier in church, as a living illustration of Ephesians [...]
From temptation to dedication
It is not my intention to advertise it, but Addy and I obtain some of our fruit and vegetables from a delivery service called “the Great Temptation”. [...]
When more evidence is useless
At times, Jesus was really fed up with the Pharisees. When their arguments fail, they look for a sign. And then not like the poor and suffering, [...]
How to admit and overcome fear
A few months ago a Dutch policeman named Arno was killed by a truck driver. The truck driver was not unknown to the police. He had caused [...]
Spiritual directors talking about stuff podcast
On the 13th of April 2021 I was privileged to be interviewed by two spiritual directors in the USA on the subject of clergy and laity. [...]
No need to be ashamed or perfect
Today we think about the shame we sometimes feel when we suffer or when we are associated with people who suffer. Let’s break up [...]
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