Category Archives: Spirituality

The “Holy” Dysfunctional “Family”

Posted on December 18, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

A terrible blow to families and psychology happened in the 1980’s when the word “dysfunctional” became vogue.  Lots of  books sold and lots of talk, especially in our family on why we were this word. Television again doesn’t imitate art … Continue reading →

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Where Is Church?

Posted on December 17, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

My priest-friend and I travel to Key West for a long weekend and meet five 20 years old from Pompano Beach who are staying at the same resort.  (Being from Milwaukee, I don’t understand why Pompano would go to Key … Continue reading →

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The Dollar Tree & Faith

Posted on December 15, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

I found my new favorite store.  I’m still learning because I keep looking for the price tags.  “This must be $7.99,” I think to myself but then remind my stupid self the name of the store I’m in.  I thought … Continue reading →

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Music: The One I’d Miss Most

Posted on December 15, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

The silence is welcoming after work but that’s a chosen silence.  I can easily return to melodic tones whenever I choose.  What would life be like without the music that flows into us and then out again? What kind of … Continue reading →

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“It’s the Hat,” An Advent reflection

Posted on December 13, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

A quick joke first, She honked on her horn and flipped the driver in front of her the bird because he did not go through the yellow light.  She was directly behind me.  The light was yellow and he thought … Continue reading →

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A Piece of Thread

Posted on December 9, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

“Oh, here she comes.  She said she had a good story to tell me and I’m excited to hear it.  We know the people involved.  She looks nice today in that blue dress.  Fits her well.  Oh wait!  Right shoulder, … Continue reading →

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Advent Blessing: “The Donkey”

Posted on December 6, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

A donkey, not the most attractive of animals and one we rarely think of.  We think of his distant cousin, the horse – majestic and noble and fast running but our Nativity scene needs the donkey.  I don’t even think … Continue reading →

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Second Sunday of Advent: John the Baptist

Posted on December 4, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

“One mightier than I is coming after me.  I am not worthy to stoop and loosen the thongs of his sandals.” Johnny Carson had Ed.  Ed would introduce Johnny and then sit on the couch…for 30 years. Jack Benny had … Continue reading →

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“Anticipatory” Advent

Posted on November 30, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

What a great word.  It’s an adjective but unfortunately we use it as a verb as though we can propel forward and predict outcomes that haven’t happened. In our minds we have the ability to end what hasn’t begun.  We … Continue reading →

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“The Circle Game”

Posted on November 29, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Round & Round She Goes… Perry Como sang, “it goes round and round…” and probably no one remembers the song except me. Anyway, I bought a cylinder toy for my cats. It sits on the floor and casts a small … Continue reading →

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