Quiet Celebration

When to the night we retire without thought of arena layouts, sponsor concerns and pleas, our 13 strong reflect on the battle fought and peace comes to all the minds at ease. The journey moves us further down our path reflecting on accomplishments we’ve made. Though each one insignificant won’t last, together become a message [...]

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For love of the game…

The pitch came on the rise, probably around 60-70 miles per hour. The batter, though, was focused, dug in and started to bring his hips around. His shoulders followed and the swing brought his hands through to rip one straight for the hole between second base and the second baseman. Shortstop was idle. On the [...]

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The Warrior’s Stones

Inevitably you’ve heard the term, “Grow a pair.” I know it doesn’t portray the most pleasant imagery, but there really is something to having a spine in today’s society. There just aren’t enough people around anymore that, when asked, speak their mind without reservation. Most folks these days fit into two categories: the yammer on [...]

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All of this Will End — Will you have what He gave you on the last day?

Don Lotspieche has a heart of gold and a personality that you can only shake your head and wonder about. He also has two boys. He’s good to them and treats their friends like they’re his as well. One of those boys is one hell of an athlete. He’s a football player. Football is huge [...]

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Palm Sunday: No Happy Endings, Only New Beginnings

Today’s Readings prepare us for the holy week approaching as Easter Sunday draws near. They share a message of self-sacrifice, which is what Lent is all about, and the Passion. Fr. Ed delivered a wonderful message. Beginnings. Green horses, young horses and finished horses leave the barn for a new home when their time has [...]

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