What if one of the holiest ministries in the Church isn’t preaching or singing—but bringing dessert? With a smile, a touch of Stephen Leacock humour, and a reflection on parish suppers, hospitality, and the abundant grace of God, this Ordinary Time meditation reminds us that the Kingdom often arrives through small acts of generosity that make ordinary life just a little sweeter.
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The Gospel According to the Cooler Full of Ice
On a hot summer day, few things are more welcome than a cooler full of ice and a cold drink. In this light-hearted reflection, Rev. Don Davidson explores how one of summer’s simplest sights points toward the heart of the Gospel. God’s grace often arrives through practical hospitality, quiet generosity, and ordinary people who think ahead so others can be refreshed. Sometimes the most powerful sermon is simply making sure no one goes away thirsty.
The Theology of the Swimming Dock
Some of us spend a great deal of life with our toes in the water—waiting until we feel completely ready before taking the next step. But faith has never been about perfect certainty. Like standing on a summer swimming dock, discipleship often means trusting that God’s grace is already waiting to hold us. A light-hearted reflection on courage, Ordinary Time, and learning to take the plunge.
The Gospel According to the Watermelon
Everyone seems to have a foolproof method for choosing the perfect watermelon. Tap it. Lift it. Look for the field spot. Listen carefully to complete strangers in the grocery store. In this lighthearted reflection, Rev. Don Davidson explores what our annual watermelon wisdom teaches us about discernment, trusting God, and discovering that faithful living is often less about perfect choices than about walking with the One who faithfully guides us every step of the way.
Saturday Night Theology: The Great Liturgical Scavenger Hunt
Even parish priests know the Saturday scramble—sermons, stoles, microphones, and the occasional missing stapler! Beneath the humour, though, lies a deeper truth: God does some of God’s best work in quiet preparation. This light-hearted reflection explores how getting ready for Sunday can also be an invitation to prepare our hearts to receive the grace that has already gone ahead of us.
Why God Seems to Prefer the In-Between Days
Most of life is lived between the great celebrations and defining milestones. It is in these ordinary, in-between days that faith quietly takes root and God’s grace steadily shapes our hearts. This reflection explores the sacred gift of the everyday, discovering that God often does the most enduring work not in extraordinary moments, but in the faithful rhythms that fill the spaces between them.
Spiritual Spring Cleaning (Without Yet Touching the Ashes)
As Lent approaches, many of us feel the quiet urge to clear away what has accumulated in our hearts and lives. Before the ashes are imposed, there is an opportunity to prepare with honesty, hope, and expectation. This reflection explores the grace of spiritual spring cleaning, making room for God long before the season of repentance formally begins.
When Even the Alleluias Seem Tired
There are seasons when even our songs of praise seem quieter than usual. We still believe, we still gather, yet our Alleluias may feel a little worn around the edges. This reflection explores the comforting truth that God welcomes our weary worship, meeting us with grace and renewing our hearts even when our joy feels tired and our voices are less than strong.
The Church’s Last Deep Breath Before Lent
Before Lent begins its quieter, more reflective journey, the Church pauses for one last deep breath. It is a moment to gather strength, give thanks, and prepare our hearts for the season ahead. This reflection explores the wisdom of this sacred pause, reminding us that God often prepares us for transformation by first inviting us simply to breathe, rest, and receive God’s grace.
What I’m Not Giving Up For Lent (And What I Hope to Learn Instead)
Lent is often defined by what we choose to give up. Yet perhaps the deeper question is what God hopes to cultivate within us. This reflection explores a different approach to the season—not as an exercise in deprivation, but as an invitation to grow in grace, deepen our trust, and discover the quiet transformation that begins when we make room for God.