Archive - Summons

The Hidden Signs

It’s easy to measure success when it comes to work, school, or fitness.

1 hr ago •

Instant Transformation

We’ve all been there—feeling a surge of motivation and declaring, This is it!

Mar 17 •

Mastery of the Moment

Writing about that college homily yesterday reminded me of another speech that has stayed with me over the years.

Mar 14 •

The Next Best Thing

I don’t remember every homily I’ve ever heard—but one from college has always stuck with me.

Mar 13

Worry, Work, Trust

When we face a roadblock, obstacle, or challenge in life, we often respond in one of three ways: worry, work, or trust.

Mar 12 •

While reading the Letter of James, one phrase stood out to me: double-minded.

Mar 11 •

Letter of James

In a recent men’s group, we read through the Letter of James.

Mar 10 •

6th Summons: Our Duty

February 2025 Edition

Mar 8 •

This year, I’m coaching my daughter’s softball team and head coaching my son’s baseball team.

Mar 7 •

Not long ago, I wrote a Saturday 6th Summons reflecting on a familiar pattern in the Gospels—Jesus healing someone and then telling them to tell no one.

Mar 6 •

Over the course of Summons, I’ve written about Lent quite a bit.

Mar 5 •

Not too long ago, I wrote about my five-year-old son wanting to be held during Mass.

Mar 4 •

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