Author Archives: John Schroeder

About John Schroeder

A spiritual pilgrim (and untrained preacher)...who writes pretty well...and thoroughly enjoys sharing stories of his encounters along the way. Most days, those encounters are occurring in and around my community in Manchester, MO (St. Joseph Parish). For more about my commercial experience, see my Personal Links below. http://www.corpwrite.com/ http://www.linkedin.com/in/corpwrite https://withusstill.wordpress.com/

Today’s find: Apples, in abundance

Posted on October 4, 2020 by John Schroeder

I developed a deeper appreciation for the expression “low-hanging fruit” when we went on an apple-picking expedition with our grandsons the other day.

Or perhaps I should say, a taller appreciation.

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Today’s find: Riverbend

Posted on September 28, 2020 by John Schroeder

Typically, a trip to the riverfront in Washington, MO, is an altogether pleasant affair – particularly when I’m in the company of my dear 92-year-old Mom.

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Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Gospel of Matthew, MO, Old Man Fat Bike, Riverbend, Washington

Today’s find: Big Shot

Posted on September 22, 2020 by John Schroeder

Something tells me, this particular golf ball does NOT conform to USGA specifications.

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Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Annie's Hope, Big Shot Challenge, Gateway National Golf Club, Generous Landowner

Today’s find: Proximity

Posted on September 12, 2020 by John Schroeder

It was a lovely night for listening to the blues.

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Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Blues, Covid-19, Forgiveness, Kingdom Brothers, Proximity, Restorative Justice, Summer concert series, Unforgiveness

Today’s find: Pre-School

Posted on September 1, 2020 by John Schroeder

Interesting: Grover seems to have invaded a corner of my “home office” space.

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Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: 1 Corinthians, Grover, Inner Sanctum, Man Cave, Pandemic, Pre-School, Sesame Street, St. Paul

Today’s find: Hopeful Expectation

Posted on August 23, 2020 by John Schroeder

We didn’t exactly breach the Gates of the Netherworld yesterday, but at least we delivered a good solid rap on the door. Continue reading →

Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, Gates of the Netherworld, Hopeful Expectation, Kairos Prison Ministry, Temple of Pan, Upon This Rock

Today’s find: Speed Trap

Posted on August 16, 2020 by John Schroeder

As lawbreakers go, I am decidedly a third-rate scofflaw.

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Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Canaanite Woman, Scofflaw, Speed trap

Today’s find: In-Seine…or Overboard?

Posted on August 8, 2020 by John Schroeder

One thing you notice, when out on the Sea of Galilee, is that conditions change quickly. In just a heartbeat, the sea’s glassy surface can turn choppy – and suddenly you’re surrounded by whitecaps.

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