I came to Cyprus to learn about art, but sitting in my hotel room the night of August 26, twelve weeks into my Dean Rusk trip, I wasn’t thinking about art. I was thinking one thing: I never want to travel again. I was exhausted and lonely. The whole day I had been navigating crowded bus stations … [Read more...] about How little I know
Offerings of Isaac
Gift upon Gift
O God, I thank you for your consolation and your joy you give in addition to your path to follow. It is a gift upon gift. Forgive, my lack of patience in trials. Help me to rise up with courage to take my cross again. I know, Lord Jesus, when I worship in the Eucharist, that you are the … [Read more...] about Gift upon Gift
Let me die daily
O God, I want to give more fully of myself to you. How can I sacrifice more to you? Prepare me to take a share in Christ's suffering. O God, you gave Padre Pio a small taste of your sorrow for sinners and he was utterly overwhelmed. My Father, I don't believe you are calling me to death in the near … [Read more...] about Let me die daily
Sacred Heart of Jesus
O God, my Lord Jesus Christ, you came down from your great, heavenly state and humbled yourself to come into our human estate. Give to me, O God, great humility that I may be ready to receive you. Help me to empty my mind and heart of all vain and worldly thoughts. hopes, and fears so that you may … [Read more...] about Sacred Heart of Jesus
Awaiting the joyful light
On April 29, 2020, Isaac posted this painting on Instagram, which he called Awaiting the Joyful Light. He wrote, "I finished this a few weeks ago. I painted it entirely plein air with fingers numb from the cold between 5 and 7 in the morning." Elsewhere, he drafted the … [Read more...] about Awaiting the joyful light
I am your servant
O God, I am completely yours. Possess me entirely with your Spirit. Give to me the heart of Jesus, and give me the wisdom which is of you. May I be your instrument and may your Holy Spirit pervade my being and my every interaction. I am your servant, O God; your servant am I. Pour your … [Read more...] about I am your servant