Faith, family, work, and life - all intertwined.
Permanent deacon of the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois. Husband, father of four sons, builder of Catholic technology, and writer of essays, fiction, and homilies.
Eighteen months ago, I couldn't run a mile. Not “couldn’t” in the sense of some physical limitation - I just couldn't in the truest sense of the word. I was 46, mildly sedentary, and had never been a runner. When my son Andrew looked at me one day and asked if I'd start running with him to improve both of our health, I had a choice to make.
Whose voice do you listen to? Proclamation of the Holy Gospel & Homily
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January 06, 2026 | Read Online The Servant's Mission This is a sample of a blog that will be shared weekly with those signed up at Emmaus Disciples. I’ll be…
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December 17, 2025 | Read Online Water An unexpected realization of our dependence on reliable water Drinking… washing dishes… washing hands… These are just …
December 16, 2025 | Read Online Water Well for the University of St. Joseph Mbarara Can you help us provide reliable running water for the University of St.…
December 15, 2025 | Read Online #2MinuteHomily: Be Not Afraid #2MinuteHomily for the Fourth Sunday of Advent Be Not Afraid + Christmas Game Plan #2MinuteHom…
December 10, 2025 | Read Online In My Ears A roundup of the media I find interesting & helpful Once every year or so, I find it helpful to share a list …
December 09, 2025 | Read Online #2MinuteHomily: Share your JOY #2MinuteHomily for the Third Sunday of Advent Share your JOY #2MinuteHomily for the Third Sun…