“Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.” The sky darkened, the ground shook, the seas swelled, and inside the temple of Jerusalem, the great veil tore. For most of … Continue reading The Day the Veil Tore
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Finding Light and Wisdom in the Maddening Mistral
The Mistral has raged for the past few days, a freezing wind from the north that knows no mercy. This wind doesn’t whisper; it roars. You don’t bargain with it; … Continue reading Finding Light and Wisdom in the Maddening Mistral
Why Fish on Friday?
Last weekend, I wandered down to the shore and gingerly stepped into the water, an act I instantly regretted. The cold hit my foot, and I yanked it out before … Continue reading Why Fish on Friday?
Who was Saint Valentine?
Saint Valentine, a third-century Christian priest, defied Emperor Claudius II’s ban on marriage by performing secret unions for young couples. His actions led to his arrest and subsequent execution on February 14, 269 AD. Over time, his feast day transformed from a commemoration of martyrdom to a celebration of love and romance.
La Chandeleur
Crêpes or a groundhog. Which one would you choose? On February 2nd, France celebrates La Chandeleur. Officially, this day commemorates the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple of Jerusalem, forty days after his … Continue reading La Chandeleur
Amy L. Griffin 