The Pope: His Approval, Permission Not Needed
The Catholic’s Church or Pope Francis’ Affirmation Isn’t Required – The Church’s Role Has Been Contrary To Its Teachings By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Faith Columnist—…
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My Dad Awaits St. Peter’s Call
Aging and Blind in One Eye, Dad Is Waiting for St. Peter’s Call By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— On October 22, Dad turns 93. He’s…
LGBTQ Individuals Need Self-Care Before Caring For Loved Ones
Emphasis on Self-Care to then turn to help others, not only right but healthy By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— In offering spiritual direction, I’ve spoken…
Faith, God & Family: History & Long-Term Faith Over Short-Term Fear
History and time will give us the answers By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— The last two years of our national politics can be described as…
Faith, God & Family: Allah’s LGBTQ Muslim Children
Often times LGBTQ Muslim people are overlooked by many Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— Perhaps it goes without saying, if you can think of a faith,…
Faith, God & Family: Notre-Dame; If You’re Handed Lemons, Make Gay Lemonade
By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— Like many throughout the world, I’ve made a pilgrimage to Notre-Dame Cathedral. Several years ago, I attended Sunday Mass and…
Faith, God & Family: Be One Of The Creator’s Prophets, Be True To Your Creation
By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— It’s not a burden anyone wants. The Giver of Life designates persons, known or not, with a special kind of…
Gift Of Love For Valentine’s To Combat Hate, Ignorance
Love and Inspiration from others used as a recipe to combat hate Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— Happy Valentine’s Day hopeless romantics! If you’re still seeking…
Faith, God & Family: Getting To Know All About You
By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Faith Columnist– Sometimes I wake in the morning with a song in my head. There’s usually a reason for it. On…
Faith, God &Family: You Are Light, Even If You Experience Depression
By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Faith Columnist— Many experience loneliness and isolation, especially this time of year. Sometimes unhealthy self-medication is used like drugs, food, or…
Faith, God & Family: Celebrating Matthew Shepard’s Life & Giving His Death Meaning
By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— Matthew Shepard was brutally taken from his family and friends over twenty years ago. The world also lost a gentle,…
Faith, God and Family: Being Unwanted Can Make You Stronger
The Act of Feeling And Being Unwanted Can Impact Your Life’s Outcome By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— “You were a mistake,” my friend’s mother told…
Faith, God & Family: Your Coming Out Story Is Already Known To God
When others share their coming out story, it’s a valiant and daring act By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— No two are alike. Coming out stories…
Faith, God and Family: Internet, Wedding Cakes & Measured Responses
The latest is just more than wedding cakes and Justice Kennedy By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— In my family, my dad, uncles, and cousins knew…
Faith, God and Family: Sharing “Holy” Perspective Makes All Better & Stronger
Faith and the Holy By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— Often, when I share spiritual advice, I say, “Life is not about mistakes.” If life were…