Author Archives: Glen Franklin Koontz

“Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” — Hebrews 4:16. Today I drive the long, sad slog back to Northern Virginia from Chatmoss. Kitchen renovations completed. Some golf played. Relaxed, and reinvigorated. Back to work.Continue reading “MARCH 23, 2026”

“Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.” — James 4:8. The Gospel for Passion Sunday ends: Then took they up stones to cast at him: but Jesus hid himself and went out of the temple. The first thing we notice when we come into church on Passion Sunday is the veiling. All theContinue reading “MARCH 22, 2026”

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” — Matthew 5:6. Under former President Obama, a naval ship was named after Cesar Chavez. When will the ship’s name be changed, given the recent accusations made against the former “civil rights icon”? “All immigration to the United States shall serveContinue reading “MARCH 21, 2026”

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” — 2 Corinthians 5:17. President Trump asked other nations to assist with clearing the Straits of Hormuz, to permit passage of oil tankers, unmolested by Iran. Predictably, Germany, France, and Great Britain took a hard pass.Continue reading “MARCH 20, 2026”

“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’”  — 2 Corinthians 12:9. Yesterday I enjoyed a pleasant drive from NOVA (Northern Virginia) to ROV (the Rest of Virginia). English packed me a picnic lunch, which gave me reason to stop and relax, as opposedContinue reading “MARCH 19, 2026”

“Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.”  — Psalm 51:10. Hi ho, hi ho, it’s back to Southside I go. Did I just not drive up from there? Sigh. I am tired already. “After much reflection, I have decided to resign from my position as Director ofContinue reading “MARCH 18, 2026”

“Let no one mourn that he has fallen again and again: for forgiveness has risen from the grave!” — St. John Chrysostom. GOOD MORNING MARY HAZEN!  I hope you are well in SW Mississippi. Today is St. Patrick’s Day.  St. Patrick is popularly known as the “Apostle of Ireland” and Ireland’s patron saint, though technically, heContinue reading “MARCH 17, 2026”

“Behold, Jesus Christ crucified, who is the only foundation of our hope; He is our mediator and advocate; the victim and sacrifice for our sins. He is goodness and patience itself; His mercy is moved by the tears of sinners, and He never refuses pardon and grace to those who ask it with a trulyContinue reading “MARCH 16, 2026”

“Love God and Jesus, who was crucified for us, from the depth of your heart, and never let the thought of Him leave your mind.” — St. Clare of Assisi. This Sunday goes by several names in various places. In the Western tradition, it is knows as Lætare Sunday from the opening words of the Introit, “Rejoice yeContinue reading “MARCH 15, 2026”

“The Church has always taught that all our penance without Christ’s passion is not worth a pea.”  — St. Thomas More. Today I am sharing some random thoughts I have, through articles I have read recently. For example, I detest Daylight Savings Time. There is a wonderful commentary on it. I wholly support the U.S./IsraeliContinue reading “MARCH 14, 2026”