Author Archives: S. J. Tagliareni

The reality of life is that it is a process of constant change. It is almost always a continuous series of happenings that force us to adjust. Some of the events are difficult, and cause anxiety and even pain. Other … Continue reading →

We are all touched by the Christmas description that there was no room at the Inn.Today in every city and town in this country there is no room at the Inn for thousands of men .women and children. They sleep … Continue reading →

Like · · Share · 8 minutes ago · Yesterday flying home from Dallas I was aware that many military women and men were fling to various cities. I was struck by how young most of them were, and more … Continue reading →

I have always been a fan of Dickens” Christmas Carol” but it is easy to forget that poverty and want have not vanished from society. Many like the characters in  Dickens story, through no fault of their own suffer deeply at … Continue reading →

On my flight to Dallas yesterday I sat next to an Army Captain. We chatted about a variety of subjects and finally landed on the issues of guns. He is a gun owner and member of the NRA. I do … Continue reading →

It has been one year since the tragic killings in Newtown and the gun carnage continues all over the country. No real movement by the congress and the polarities of intransigent positions on all sides of the issues continues to … Continue reading →

There are many times when I put off some decision or action that has meaning but may be difficult. It could be simple like rewriting a section of a novel, or more complex requiring some risk. Procrastination is always based on … Continue reading →

Years ago as a young seminarian I had envisioned that the Roman Church would reform itself and burst into the world with boundless energy.The Pope,John the 23rd had called a universal council and despite tremendous opposition opened the window and … Continue reading →

Unless you were born into a totally perfect world there are prejudices that attach themselves early in life. Many of these are at the subliminal level and are not easily dispatched. As adults these influence our decisions ,and it is … Continue reading →

Years ago My son John received a wonderful education at Holy Ghost Prep. My wife was on the Board of Directors for years and I truly loved and respected the values and Vision that was the foundation of the school. … Continue reading →