Comments for University Ministry & Service

Comment on What’s in a Name by Sr. Carol Higgins

Sr. Carol Higgins — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:42:11 +0000

Yes, I was pleased by his installation homily where he focused on care of the poor and care of the earth.

Comment on What’s in a Name by Rod Endacott

Rod Endacott — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 18:57:15 +0000

I share your delight in this name coming around again.
It emphasizes this is a time for compassionate action, mindful of all creatures.

Comment on Prayer, Justice Cafe, and Homecoming Week by Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 21:06:18 +0000

Thank you for this precious reminder that all we attempt for the Good is important and contributes to a more peaceful, loving, and just world. AND I know that's what our
God has in mind for us all.
Blessings,
Sheila

Comment on Catholic Social Teaching by Anonymous

Anonymous — Mon, 23 May 2011 23:52:52 +0000

This is wonderful. Treckies unite for the good of all.
Live long and prosper.

Comment on by Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 18 May 2011 19:27:57 +0000

I think this Kathryn is a model of compassion in action. Thank you Kathryn. Like Mother Teresa taught, if we can’t feed all those who hunger, maybe we can feed just one.

Comment on by Kathryn

Kathryn — Tue, 17 May 2011 19:41:21 +0000

Very often when I take my shipping to the local Post office here in NE Portland, there is an old man in a wheel chair who begs for money. His hand are dry and cracked and he looks like life is a daily challenge. I consider him an Angel in disguise, so whenever I gather my change together I am thinking I am saving it for him. To most he is invisible, but to me, an opportunity to bless and be blessed…

Comment on by Carol Higgins

Carol Higgins — Wed, 11 May 2011 04:11:06 +0000

Thank you all for your comments. A couple of years ago I was getting coffee in a Starbuck’s and the man in front of me was yelling at the staff because when they called his name to give him his drink they didn’t pronounce it correctly. He was horrid and told them that he was calling the main office to complain about the rude treatment he had received. After he stormed out, I looked at the staff and said, “Ill be calling the offices as well — to tell them how professional and calm you were in the face of verbal abuse. And I did. Carol

Comment on by Anonymous

Anonymous — Tue, 10 May 2011 22:42:07 +0000

Thank you Kathryn,
My sister ~who is now in management, but for years was a checker~ agrees with you wholeheartedly. We can change someone's day by acknowledging their humanity.
Thank you for this commitment to conscious engagement with the people with whom we share life. And thank you Sr. Carol, for reawakening us all to this significant justice issue.
Blessings,
Sheila

Comment on by Kathryn

Kathryn — Tue, 10 May 2011 03:57:14 +0000

I have made it a point to make eye contact with all people in sales or services that wait on or assist me. At the end of the transaction I pause and make sure they are looking at me as I thank them. I try to use their names as I thank them. It is a profound moment for many of them because most of their day is filled with repeated and empty words they and others speak as if everyone is unconscious. In fact, I try to speak meaningfully when conversing with strangers instead of making small talk. I intend that it be a blessed moment for both of us. It means slowing down and being conscious of every moment. Human dignity is not just a grand idea, it is being committed to impeccability. Carol, your post resonates with me greatly! Thank you.

Comment on by Anonymous

Anonymous — Mon, 09 May 2011 20:51:36 +0000

Thank you….this a great way to change the world and challenge me to be a better me.Sheila