Words mean things. Yet, it seems like many people do not choose their words carefully. That’s a shame because the fabric of relationships hinges on what we say to one another. Words either affirm or deny a person’s dignity, and dignity is the root of what we all want to feel. What we say isContinueContinue reading “AWM – All Words Matter”
Author Archives: Marc Casciani
American Citizenry – A New Hope
When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one peopleto dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, andto assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station towhich the Laws of Nature and of Nature’s God entitle them, a decent respectto the opinions of mankind requiresContinueContinue reading “American Citizenry – A New Hope”
Neighborly Love Podcast, Episode 16 – East Liberty Ministry Hub (Bryan McCabe, Bri Saleone, & Carrie Chappie)
Ordinary People. Extraordinary Conversations. If “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee” and “The Parable of the Good Samaritan” collided at an intersection, then the Neighborly Love podcast would be the result. It features casual conversations over coffee in a “virtual coffee shop” that lean into the power of empathy. It’s about feeling heard, valued, and understood.ContinueContinue reading “Neighborly Love Podcast, Episode 16 – East Liberty Ministry Hub (Bryan McCabe, Bri Saleone, & Carrie Chappie)”
Social & Political Unity Via Neighborly Love
It feels like the Pine-Richland community and school district are fragile. There is an existential threat to it as we know it today. It feels polarized because small groups on the polar ends, with improper motives, have been stirring the pot. Much of what they say is not the truth, but hearsay. The consequences areContinueContinue reading “Social & Political Unity Via Neighborly Love”
The Dying American Citizen
Wisdom is defined as knowledge of what is true or right coupled with just judgment as to action. We can have all sorts of knowledge in our heads, but if we don’t justly act on it, we’re not wise. We can know more than the average person, but if we don’t appropriately apply what weContinueContinue reading “The Dying American Citizen”
Neighborly Love, Flaws & All
Bad things happen. Human beings are imperfect. America is imperfect, and our history is riddled with imperfection. However, I love this country, flaws and all. I am heartbroken when I see injustice. Injustice is sin. From a Biblical perspective, justice is a heart issue and a law of God issue. If the law of GodContinueContinue reading “Neighborly Love, Flaws & All”
Marc D. Casciani, F.H.L.
Too many people decide how much they are able to do based on their education, personality, or talent. Perceived self-worth and value-add to society is a function of qualifications. I propose we look at what is possible through the credentials of faith, hope, and love. Faith is confidence or trust in a person or thing.ContinueContinue reading “Marc D. Casciani, F.H.L.”
Neighborly Love Podcast, Episode 15 – Sherri Marsalese
Ordinary People. Extraordinary Conversations. If “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee” and “The Parable of the Good Samaritan” collided at an intersection, then the Neighborly Love podcast would be the result. It features casual conversations over coffee in a “virtual coffee shop” that lean into the power of empathy. It’s about feeling heard, valued and understood.ContinueContinue reading “Neighborly Love Podcast, Episode 15 – Sherri Marsalese”
The Cool Kids
Back in high school, being part of the cool crowd seemed to be what mattered. The popular pack was usually comprised of football players and cheerleaders and others who were attractive, athletic, or both. In fact, a social hierarchy developed as a result. Those elevated to top status were small in number but had theContinueContinue reading “The Cool Kids”
The Way of Love
The biblical meaning of the word love seems so far from how we define it today. We usually use it to express affection, emotion, pleasure, or happiness for something or someone. It’s conditional and connotes approval. Biblically speaking, love does not mean, “I approve of everything you do,” Rather, it means, “I accept you inContinueContinue reading “The Way of Love”
