Category Archives: Spirituality

Advent’s Inventory

Posted on December 3, 2015 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Every grocery and department store knows exactly how much they have on display, in the back or awaiting arrival.  “A dollar is a dollar” and that hula hoop just doesn’t seem to be selling any longer. Advent is about collecting … Continue reading →

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Advent: Joseph

Posted on December 2, 2015 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

The third starring character in our salvation story had the easiest job.  There were no lines to memorize or standing on marks to get the lights just right before filming begins.  Joseph just needed to be there.  He says nothing … Continue reading →

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Advent: An “Act” of Wonder

Posted on December 1, 2015 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

The calendar tells us that the four weeks before Christmas has begun but our heart may be out of sync and we want to say Scrooge’s made up word.  You change the station when Andy sings what a “Wonderful Time … Continue reading →

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“Pray for me”

Posted on November 30, 2015 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

“Pray for me” people say to me.  Some stop me deliberately, others will close their conversation with that petition.  “Pray for me.”  I know what it means but I’ve never understood what it entails? Do I get to go home … Continue reading →

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Advent & Lent

Posted on November 27, 2015 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

The two most important Church seasons, both preparing us for two important events in Church history – the birth of Jesus and his resurrection. You don’t just stumble into glorious events in life.  There’s a preparation period or a period … Continue reading →

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Coffee & The Church

Posted on November 26, 2015 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Just try ordering a cup of coffee these days and hear what happens.  It’s not easy. Decaf or regular, black, ground, roasted or blended, whole, two-percent, skim, soy, and in some places, organic milk. gluten free, sugar or not?   Cappuccino, … Continue reading →

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Advent: The Cow

Posted on November 26, 2015 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

What better way to begin this sacred season of Advent except with the beginning.  A cow.  It is the first of our Nativity characters to be seen because the cow’s has always been here.  This is her home.  This is … Continue reading →

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Backward Hope

Posted on November 25, 2015 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

“Faith” and “Charity,” please set aside as we show ourselves that the power of “Hope” can heal the backwards of our lives. Continue reading →

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“Thanksgiving”

Posted on November 24, 2015 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

It’s the one and maybe only day of the year when the “Big Guy” is brought out for all the good and happiness in our lives.  Personally, I’m grateful to God for being born white, birthed by strong parents, living … Continue reading →

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The Magic of Working

Posted on November 23, 2015 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Work is that fixed time between sleep and when we’re free to do what we want.  We need the work to provide for those latter times.  It’s a job.  Or so we think.  A friend of mine says, “I’m going … Continue reading →

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