Every day that begins with a thank you creates an attitude of gratitude -- creates a day of hopeful receptivity. Isn’t that the way to live? I think of the word attitude as having two meanings. First, it is a way of thinking ...

A homeless man, down on his luck, went into a Catholic church that was known for its rather “uppity” social reputation. Spotting the man’s dirty clothes, the ushers stopped him outside the church door and asked if he needed help. The man told them, “I was praying and the Lord told me to come to this church.” The ushers suggested that the man go away...