PastorMarkCast

Returning to the Halls of Healing 09.11.2026 6:24 ↓

I was a patient on the 7th floor of Hackensack Medical Center numerous times this past year. I returned to this floor as a visitor. What was that like?

Please Vote 02.11.2026 10:32 ↓

Please vote tomorrow. We owe it to those who fought to give us the right to vote to use that right.

I'm a saint. Are you? 26.10.2026 6:25 ↓

Are you a saint? In the Biblical sense, you might be. St. Paul defines a "saint" as those who are disciples of Jesus.

My fiftieth high school reunion 19.10.2026 6:15 ↓

I learned some lessons at my fiftieth high school reunion.

Columbus Day? Indigenous Peoples Day? Italian Pride Day? 12.10.2026 7:37 ↓

Columbus Day has become a controversial holiday. Should we rename it?

Money, The NY Mets and Marah 05.10.2026 8:20 ↓

Money doesn't guarantee success. Sometimes we make an idol out of money but real solutions can found without money.

Inflammatory Speeches at the United Nation 28.09.2026 7:26 ↓

We have heard a few inflammatory speeches at the United Nations this week. Does that really lead to world peace?

Remembering Dolly Parton 21.09.2026 7:40 ↓

Dolly Parton proclaimed Christian Faith and used her money to bless others. Do we do this so well?

Mourning Eugenia "Gigi" Singer 14.09.2026 8:04 ↓

Eugenia "Gigi" Singer survived the murderous attacks of September 11 but her health declined from that attach. She is not on any September 11 plaque but deserves to be remembered.

Saint Francis of Assisi 07.09.2026 10:11 ↓

We are indebted to the work of Saint Francis. Shall we imitate him and make the world a better place for future generations?

Discovering St. Clare 31.08.2026 10:09 ↓

Saint Clare was an early follower of St. Francis. She formed the Poor Clares and has a remarkable story.

Celebrating the town of Assisi during World War II 24.08.2026 8:04 ↓

The Franciscans in Assisi sheltered and protected 200 Jewish families in World War II. That is something to celebrate.

Reflections from Pompeii 09.08.2026 8:00 ↓

The people of Pompeii died suddenly and without much warning. How would we live if we knew that this was our last day?

Honoring Eagle Scouts at scout troop #15 03.08.2026 7:02 ↓

I recently participated in an Eagle Scout Court of Honor. I was impressed by what I witnessed and wished that more people would follow the scout law.

I will not fear though the earth should change. 27.07.2026 8:58 ↓

I survived a lighting strike and a tornado warning this week. I now understand the Psalm that says, "I will not fear though the earth should change."

Driving while Black or Latino 20.07.2026 7:21 ↓

Here are the guidelines that I was taught to survive a traffic stop by law enforcement.

The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island 13.07.2026 7:35 ↓

What does the promise of the Statue of Liberty mean in the context of mass incarcerations by ICE?

Hospitality in Abundance 06.07.2026 9:58 ↓

Discussing the importance of the Spiritual Gift of Hospitality.

Celebrating Rev. John Witherspoon 29.06.2026 7:54 ↓

Rev. John Witherspoon was president of the College of NJ (now Princeton) and a signer of the Declaration of Independence.

The Good principles of the United States 22.06.2026 7:46 ↓

As we approach the 250th anniversary of the United States, it is up to our generation to preserve the good principles that our nation was founded upon.

The Sounds of Silence 15.06.2026 7:36 ↓

Are the noises of children annoying, or something to be celebrated?

How is your Spiritual Health? 08.06.2026 6:00 ↓

Our Spiritual health can effect our physical and emotional health. How is your Spiritual health?

Why do we celebrate pride month in church? 01.06.2026 7:50 ↓

The Christian Church has a history of treating members of the pride community quite badly. It is time that we made amends for this.

Memorial Day isn’t just about those in combat 25.05.2026 6:40 ↓

Memorial Day isn't just about combat deaths.

Background Acting 18.05.2026 6:49 ↓

In filming, many background actors make for a great production. In our lives, there are many background actors who make our lives great.