Tag: Jean Vanier

  • The Wounds we Share – Remembering #JeanVanier

    The Wounds we Share – Remembering #JeanVanier

    My latest column in the Christian Courier. ___________________ You couldn’t help but notice Jean Vanier when he entered a room. This was simply on account of his size – he was a big man, standing six feet, six inches tall. So just by virtue of his physical presence, he would likely draw your gaze. But…

  • the daily grind: caring

    This past week I was in Ontario for a couple of days to attend the funeral of an uncle of mine. His name was Andy, and he was 59 years old.  After a two year battle with cancer, he died at home a week and a half ago surrounded by his family. I wasn’t terribly…