FAITH & INSPIRATION
This space is a collection of personal reflections from our family’s journey of faith, mission, and discipleship, as well as reflections from the youth and young adults we have journeyed with through youth ministry and the confirmation program. Here, we share stories, experiences, and moments of grace from everyday life, family life, and mission.
Through these reflections, we hope to encourage one another to remain rooted in prayer, open to God’s presence, and attentive to how Christ continues to work in our lives today.
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Trusting God When Doors Close Without Explanation- June 13, 2025
God does not always explain Himself. Sometimes He invites us to trust Him without clarity. And in that surrender, something deeper is formed in us.
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Speaking the Truth, Even When It Costs
“Truth and love must go together. As a catechist and Catholic educator, I’ve learned that speaking the truth, even when it’s hard or unpopular, is how we guide others closer to Christ.”
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Every Day Is a Damascus Moment
Reflections on Conversion and the Call to Follow Christ by Jonathan Lumamba, M.A Every January 25th, the Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul has always held a special place in my heart. It is a day that calls me to pause and reflect on my own journey with the Lord. How am I responding…
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A Funeral That Taught Me How to Hope
Finding Faith and Joy in the Midst of Loss By Jonathan Lumamba, M.A Last weekend, my daughter Sofia and I were given the grace to attend the funeral of my dear friend Paul J. Kim’s son, Micah, in Austin, Texas. Micah was only five years old, and his passing on December 31 left a profound…
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Sequela Christi: What It Takes to Truly Follow Christ
Following Christ “Sequela Christi” is not simply admiring His goodness or agreeing with His teachings. It is the daily decision to deny oneself, take up the cross, and entrust one’s entire life to Him.