Monthly Archives: February 2018

Lent & Anthony Newley

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

“Just once in a lifetime, There’s one special moment, One wonderful moment, When fate takes your hand, And this is the moment, My once in a lifetime, When I can explore, A new and exciting land, For once in my … Continue reading →

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Funeral Sermon for a Mother: “Gift”

Posted on February 21, 2018 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

It’s beautifully wrapped. Wrapped in red paper. Why red, I don’t know but it seems to be a color that stands out, so why not enfold this specially boxed gift in the color of red. Like any gift that’s received, … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day Tragedy, 2018

Posted on February 18, 2018 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

“How many deaths will it take till he knows too many people have died.” They got out of bed… dressed for school… and perhaps ate a small breakfast… They went to school… as they’ve done every day. March 14, 2018 … Continue reading →

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Lent: The Magic of Forty

Posted on February 18, 2018 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Another Lent. Another glorious opportunity to examine our lives, not only in the negatives but including affirming the positives. If you keep beating yourself up, then the Catholic Church is not for you. The Catholic Church is always about hope, … Continue reading →

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The Walgreens Guy

Posted on February 2, 2018 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

I’m third in line waiting to checkout with my two items wondering why showing my discount card never lives up to its name. I’m listening to the checkout guy as he engages each checking-out person. A silly aside or wish … Continue reading →

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