Finding My Center

Finding My Center

Finding My Center   While the Evangelist, John, is primarily referring to the Gospel he wrote, his words describe the Bible in its entirety.  In other words, all that is written in the Bible aims to present to us Jesus, the Messiah and Son of God, who by His...
Competing with Self-Control

Competing with Self-Control

Competing with Self-Control “Do you know that in a race all runners compete, but only one receives the prize?  So run that you may obtain it.  Every athlete exercises self-control in all things.  They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we imperishable one” (1...
What Do You Seek? ( John 1:35-42)

What Do You Seek? ( John 1:35-42)

What Do You Seek? ( John 1:35-42) In John 1:35-42, we witness the apostles’ first encounter with Jesus.  In this encounter Jesus asks them, “What do you seek?”  The apostles respond with, “Rabbi, where are you staying?” Like the apostles, I would probably not think...
Self-Care in the Storms of Life

Self-Care in the Storms of Life

Self-Care in the Storms of Life We all go through storms of various kinds and of various degrees. If hard times like a sick child, natural disaster or losing a job are the types of storms we face, it may help to understand the value of self-care before the storm hits,...
A Spark of the Diving with Every Cup of Coffee

A Spark of the Diving with Every Cup of Coffee

A Spark of the Diving with Every Cup of Coffee I have never considered myself to be a morning person.  Getting up before the sun is a constant challenge for me.  At the same time, I’ve noticed how much more can be accomplished in my day when I do. My journey in...
Meet Marty, The Catholic Fitness Coach

Meet Marty, The Catholic Fitness Coach

Meet Marty, The Catholic Fitness Coach Within the last few years I have found myself feeling comfortable, confident, grateful, relaxed and hopeful.  I am confident it is because I have found my unique call of sanctity as The Catholic Fitness Coach.  I’ve been on my...