by Steve Ray on September 11, 2012
Sunday’s readings were about Jesus walking. I know you think it was about Jesus healing a deaf-mute, but from my perspective it was about walking because I was trying to keep up with him. Yesterday I walked 12 miles from HaOn on the east side of the Sea of Galilee around the southern tip and [...]
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by JesseRay on September 8, 2012
Check out my summer newsletter. Inside you’ll find: “Fun Stuff” like good catholic jokes and a 30 second mystery. A tribute to father who just died a few weeks ago…find out what’s in his pockets. Pictures from our mission trips all over Asia & a request for prayers another this year. A fabulous discount on [...]
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by Steve Ray on September 1, 2012
We miss a lot when reading the English Bible. We’re at a great disadvantage. The early Christians read the writings of the apostles in the original language – they understood the words and expressions must better than we do. The original language of the Bible is full of rich imagery, stark reality, and colorful terminology. [...]
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by Steve Ray on August 10, 2012
When I went to St. Joseph Mercy Hospital to visit my dad in Ann Arbor Michigan, I stopped by to pray at the Blessed Sacrament in the chapel. I also went to Mass once. In front of the chapel was this wood carving. I also, like all of you, sat in front of it puzzled. [...]
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by Steve Ray on August 3, 2012
Update: OK, great work folks. The answers are below in the Comments. Check for STEVE RAY HERE 1. We have no record of Jesus visiting which place? a. The Phoenician Coast b. Tiberias c. Egypt d. Nain 2. Jesus’ country was not large. How many times would Israel fit into Texas? a. 2 b. 5 [...]
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by Steve Ray on July 19, 2012
We are up North in Michigan where Janet’s parents live in the summer. Her sisters all came for a short family reunion. I stayed at the Crooked River Lodge to stay out of their way. I took off about 6:20 AM for a hike thru the woods and watched the sun rise. Smells and sounds [...]
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by Steve Ray on July 18, 2012
I posted this a long time ago, but thought it would be fun to represent it. A Protestant was stranded all alone on an island. He begins sending smoke signals, hoping that somebody will find him. Ten years pass, and a boat is sailing by. The captain notices the smoke signals, and decides to pull [...]
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by Steve Ray on July 15, 2012
I had no plan when setting out in 90+ degrees in Rome. It was the road that determined my direction. I took a 2 1/2 hour power walk around new areas of Rome following the interesting sites ahead of me. I started up Via Fornaci. I found a new – for me – ancient church [...]
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by Steve Ray on July 14, 2012
Again hot and humid – glad I know where a the water drinking fountains around the city. Had to drink a lot. I headed first to St. Peter’s Square since from there you can head off in many fun directions. On my way then to Piazza Navona I visited some newly discovered churches. Discovering new [...]
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by Steve Ray on July 12, 2012
It is hot and humid in Rome. We arrived at 10 AM and promptly fell asleep until 4 PM. The best way to beat jet lag is to run (briskly walking until my knee is ready to run again). Took off walking from our Aurelia Residence apartment and visited Cicerone Hotel where our Holy Cross [...]
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by Steve Ray on July 10, 2012
Yes, the first Christians had a difficult time with the technical transition from scrolls to books. You will certainly appreciate the need for the first “tech guys”. Enjoy! I laughed so hard I had tears in my eyes!
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by Steve Ray on July 7, 2012
Doing video work in Phoenix and had Saturday morning free for an adventure before flying home this afternoon. I also wanted to get some exercise. I drove to Papago Park outside Phoenix in nearly 100 degrees for a good mountain, desert hike. Though I only hiked 3 miles, a lot of it was rough going [...]
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by JesseRay on June 22, 2012
Did you know that Tomatoes are Christian? I am not sure if this is real or just a joke that is floating around the internet, but it struck me as funny, and quite likely: Egypt: A Salafist group called the Popular Egyptian Islamic Association has come under fire after sending out a warning on Facebook [...]
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by Steve Ray on June 18, 2012
Old Aerial Photos of Jerusalem Below: original pictures; Above: my notations The Old city sure has changed in since these photos were taken. Does anybody know what the date these were taken? Since we arrived in Jerusalem today with the Franciscan University pilgrims, I thought you would all enjoy this old aerial photo with my [...]
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by Steve Ray on June 16, 2012
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by Steve Ray on June 15, 2012
Since we are in Israel and riding camels, I thought I would post some fun and interesting facts. I recently wrote the Bible Study on Genesis for www.CatholicScriptureStudy.com. In chapter 24 Abraham sends his unnamed servant to find a bride for his son Isaac. The servant prays to God and asks, ”Whichever girl at the well [...]
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