From the Chaplain’s Corner: A Virtual Visit to the Via Dolorosa

Hello, Everyone! Recent conversation here leads me to invite those who wish to come along with me, to virtually walk the Via Dolorosa, in remembrance and gratitude....May peace and hope enfold us all on this "Good Friday" and through the quiet of Holy Saturday. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJNjtA-Awb4&t=46s The Way of the Cross, with Bp. Robert Barron, via … Continue reading From the Chaplain’s Corner: A Virtual Visit to the Via Dolorosa →

SotD: 041020 – Good Friday, 2020 -“Were You There?” by Selah (ft. Russ Taff) [2001]

Hello, All! Chaps here, with a musical meditation for Good Friday: a well-loved spiritual, "Were You There?" by a cappella vocal group Selah, and guest vocalist Russ Taff in 2001. May healing love and peace enfold us this day.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IakJlI4etsc

Hail is falling on my house….

for the next couple of hours; gusty winds and thunderstorms are along for the ride. “I love ‘to the right of Nowhere’ in the Springtime....”. I think that’s how the song goes, doesn’t it? (Where did I put my long Thunderwear, anyway?) This has been a “special weather statement”. Now, back to any number of … Continue reading Hail is falling on my house…. →

Thoughts from the Chaplain’s Corner: Palm-Passion Sunday/Holy Week 040520-041120

Palm Sunday and Holy Week, 2020 Hello, ST, 'Ettes, 'Sieurs, and All! As Palm Sunday winds down, and Holy Week continues here are some resources for reflection (musical, Scriptural, and poetical) for the days ahead. For Palm Sunday: Matthew 21:1-11 and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsKLXFlhk7s "Hosanna" For the rest of the week, as events are recalled, perhaps in … Continue reading Thoughts from the Chaplain’s Corner: Palm-Passion Sunday/Holy Week 040520-041120 →

SotD: 040520 -“Pleasant Valley Sunday” – The Monkees (1967)

Hey, All! On this nearly/already Sunday, enjoy a top-ten hit by The Monkees from 1967. It's a musical snapshot of American suburban life in the late-1960s, written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King, called "Pleasant Valley Sunday". Enjoy, Everyone! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=klU01gYb6F0

SotD: 040420 – “Mellow Yellow” – Donovan and Friends (1966)

Hey, All! Here's a recording session/party for Friday-into-Saturday by folk-rocker Donovan Leitch and Friends: "Mellow Yellow" (1966). See if you can guess a couple of the friends who're along for the ride. Have fun! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQNBQI3UDag

SotD: 040320 – “Old Time Rock and Roll” – Bob Seger (1978)

Hey, All! On this nearly/already Friday, I've found a theme song for social distancing/self isolation: Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band with "Old-Time Rock and Roll" (1978). Hopefully, it will inspire you to seek out some of your own forgotten favorites: Happy Listening! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SoaAb5MnKtY

SotD: 040220 – “Word Crimes” – ‘Weird’ Al Yankovic (2014)

Hey, All! Cyber-connecting more than usual reminds me of how much I appreciate the variety and literate expressiveness of the Unleashed! In celebration, I give you "Word Crimes" (a parody of Robin Thicke's "Blurred Lines") released by "Weird" Al Yankovic in 2014...Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Gv0H-vPoDc None of this applies to His Gracious Unleashedness, 'Ettes, 'Sieurs, et al., … Continue reading SotD: 040220 – “Word Crimes” – ‘Weird’ Al Yankovic (2014) →

SotD: 040120 – “Everybody Plays the Fool” – The Main Ingredient (1972)

Hey, All! On this nearly/already Wednesday, here's a friendly reminder that in some cultures, April 1st is April Fool's Day - a day for lighthearted pranks and misdirection. My unofficial theme song for the day is "Everybody Plays the Fool" by The Main Ingredient [an NYC-based trio], who recorded it in 1972. Situational awareness is … Continue reading SotD: 040120 – “Everybody Plays the Fool” – The Main Ingredient (1972) →

SotD: 033120 “Doo Wah Diddy” – Manfred Mann & His Electrical Band – (1964)

Hey, All! On this Monday-into/already Tuesday, here's a little ditty that's just right for humming, whistling, or singing along with, by Manfred Mann & His Electrical Band, from 1964: Hope you'll like it! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43vOAw2sAFU "Snappin' her fingers and shufflin' her feet, singin'...."