Tag Archives: St. Augustine

“Lord, save me!”

Posted on August 10, 2014 by Mother Beth Tjoflat

Peter has left the boat – he has stepped out on faith to go to Jesus. But then, halfway there, he begins to sink even as the waves begin to rise. He is powerless to do anything about it. He … Continue reading →

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“Live what you express.”

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Mother Beth Tjoflat

This quote comes from a sermon by St. Augustine, Bishop of Hippo.[1]  Sounds a lot like an expression commonly heard in 12 step communities: You can’t just talk the talk and expect to get anywhere – you’ve got to walk … Continue reading →

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When two or three are gathered together in my name…

Posted on September 3, 2011 by Mother Beth Tjoflat

The work of St. Clare of Assisi, a new ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Florida, is beginning to take shape.  I am delighted to be working with lay leaders Cecilia and Bill Wheeler, who are helping to launch our … Continue reading →

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