The more you rely on intellectual and philosophical concepts of God, the more difficult it becomes to simply experience and enjoy the wonder of God.

It is in descending in the humble silence of prayer that we are able to ascend to the greatest heights of true human fulfillment in union with God.

To forgive a friend, one must practice generosity. To forgive an enemy, one must practice empathy. To forgive yourself requires charity. Forgiveness is a sacred act of gallantry.

When we are courageous enough to begin exploring the ‘Why’s” and the ‘Who’s' of life, the ‘How’s’ and ‘What’s’ of life start to come into focus as well. "

The spiritual journey is an adventure of exploration that gradually starts to open up before us when we are ready to begin asking the questions, “Who am I? and “Who are you?

All that we have and don't have is a grace. Even the awareness of grace is a grace in which we should give thanks."

Unity without uniformity, community without conformity.

The world can do nothing to a Christian who has no fear of man.

If uncertain, it's best to pass by a possibly good dog than risk injury.

Our family has gone through a very difficult time. My husband and I have taken the brunt of it. I've never known what it truly felt like to be so sad and desperate inside.

Violets are God's apology for February.

The only difference between a mob and a trained army is organization.

To a predator, fear indicates weakness.

Sure, it is apparent that presidents are looking at polls, but they are also stepping up on issues. President Clinton stepped up on tobacco. He shaped the polls on the tobacco issue.

The gods cannot misunderstand, man cannot explain.

Comedians kind of write what comes to them. You can give yourself little assignments, but it's what inspires you.