Rick Herring

Finding Peace in Surrender: A Higher Perspective
Rick Herring

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In a world that often demands control and predictable outcomes, it’s easy to feel disoriented when life veers off script. We lay out our plans, set our goals, and strive for a certain path, only to find ourselves navigating unexpected detours or facing unforeseen obstacles. It’s in these moments of disruption that a profound truth emerges: the power of humility and the peace that comes from surrendering to a higher purpose.



The wisdom found in spiritual teachings often encourages us to accept situations that don’t align with our desires, rather than indulging in regret. Regret, if left unchecked, can fester into resentment, poisoning our outlook and keeping us from moving forward. Instead, we are called to humble ourselves, recognizing that there is a sovereign hand at work, guiding our circumstances even when the immediate path is unclear.



This isn’t about passive resignation, but an active choice to find joy and meaning in what is unfolding, even if it’s beyond our current understanding. It’s about shifting our focus from what we perceive as lacking to what is being accomplished, trusting that a greater design is at play.



The core message is one of divine sufficiency: in the spiritual sense, we are reminded that in the “Way, the Truth, and the Life,” we possess everything we need, both for our present journey and for what lies beyond. The relentless pull of the world, with its distractions and pressures, can easily fragment our focus and pull us away from this central truth.



The ultimate challenge, then, becomes cultivating an unwavering gaze on what truly matters. When our focus remains fixed on a higher power, we gain the invaluable ability to view our circumstances not through the limited lens of our own desires, but from an elevated, divine perspective. This shift in viewpoint can transform feelings of disappointment into opportunities for growth and uncertainty into an invitation for deeper trust.

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The Solemn Evolution of Memorial Day: From Decoration to National Remembrance
Rick Herring

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Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May, is a poignant occasion for Americans to honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. What began as a fractured tradition of decorating graves in the aftermath of a devastating civil war has evolved into a unified national observance, reflecting a century and a half of grief, gratitude, and remembrance.



The origins of Memorial Day are complex and often debated, with various towns and cities claiming to be the birthplace of the tradition. However, the impetus for such a day undeniably sprang from the immense loss and widespread mourning experienced during and after the American Civil War (1861–1865). With over 620,000 soldiers perishing, families and communities across both the Union and the Confederacy sought ways to collectively grieve and honor their fallen loved ones.



Early observances were largely local and spontaneous. Women’s groups, in particular, played a crucial role in initiating the practice of decorating soldiers’ graves with flowers and wreaths. These early “decoration days” often saw former enemies, both Union and Confederate, participating in the same ceremonies, highlighting a shared humanity in the face of immense sorrow.



One of the most widely recognized early observances occurred on May 5, 1866, in Waterloo, New York. On that day, citizens draped their homes and businesses in black, and a parade marched to the cemeteries, where graves were decorated. Waterloo was officially recognized by the federal government as the birthplace of Memorial Day in 1966.

However, the event that truly laid the groundwork for a national observance was orchestrated by General John A. Logan, commander-in-chief of the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR), an organization of Union veterans. On May 5, 1868, Logan issued General Order №11, designating May 30th as “Decoration Day.” He urged Americans to decorate the graves of fallen comrades with flowers, stating, “We should guard their graves with sacred vigilance… Let no neglect, no ravages of time, rank grass or needless marring, deface the beauty of the sacred spots.”

The choice of May 30th is believed to have been influenced by the fact that flowers would be in bloom all over the country by that time, regardless of the region. The first large-scale Decoration Day observance under Logan’s order took place at Arlington National Cemetery, where thousands of mourners, including General Ulysses S. Grant, decorated the graves of both Union and Confederate soldiers.



For decades, Decoration Day continued to be observed primarily in the North on May 30th, while many Southern states continued to honor their dead on separate days, often earlier in the spring. The reconciliation between North and South was a slow process, and the differing observances of war dead underscored the lingering divisions.

The nature of the commemoration began to shift significantly after World War I. The conflict, with its unprecedented global scale and staggering casualties, unified the nation in a new way. Decoration Day, once largely focused on Civil War dead, began to encompass all American service members who had died in any conflict. It was around this time that the term “Memorial Day” started to gain prominence over “Decoration Day,” reflecting a broader scope of remembrance.

In 1938, Congress officially recognized Decoration Day as a legal holiday, and it was designated as Memorial Day. The final step in its evolution occurred in 1971, when Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, moving Memorial Day from May 30th to the last Monday in May. This change was implemented to create more three-day weekends, but it also ensured that the holiday would always fall on a Monday, allowing for a long weekend of remembrance.



Today, Memorial Day is observed with parades, ceremonies, and solemn visits to cemeteries and memorials. Flags are often flown at half-staff until noon, and then raised to the top of the staff, symbolizing the sacrifices made and the resilience of the nation. Many Americans also participate in the “National Moment of Remembrance,” observing a moment of silence at 3:00 PM local time to honor the fallen.



While often associated with the unofficial start of summer, the true essence of Memorial Day remains a profound and solemn tribute. It is a day to reflect on the immense sacrifices made by those who gave their lives in service to the country, and to remember that the freedoms enjoyed by all Americans were secured at an immeasurable cost.

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The Season of Lent
Lent is a 40-day Christian observance of fasting, prayer, and charity that leads up to Easter. It's a time of preparation and renewal that encourages people to deepen their relationship with God. MeaningRepentance: A time to recognize sin and turn to God Preparation: A time to prepare for Easter and Good Friday Reflection: A time for personal reflection and to go deeper with God Charity: A time to give to the poor and perform other acts of charity PracticesFasting: A time to give up food or certain types of food Almsgiving: A time to donate money or goods to the poor Prayer: A time to focus on prayer and return to God's word DatesLent begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on the Saturday before Easter The number 40 reflects the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the wilderness. The above is from Google. The below is from Father Cedrick and me.

Giving up food, sweets, alcohol, and other such items is great, but Lent is the time of conversion. A time of renewal. A time to give up resentment, stentgeness, negativity, negatively talking bout people. To nurture kindness, gentleness. To turn pride into love of God and neighbor. Imitating Jesus and the saints will not happen instantly. It happens day by day, hour by hour, with small practice, such as spending five minutes in silence thinking about God and His Glory. The price Jesus paid for our salvation.

Spend time looking at a crucifix. Meditating on what went on there. The pain and suffering our sins caused. From the cross Jesus said, "Father forgive them for they know what they do." That was not just for the Romans who were performing the crucifixion of Jesus, but for all of us who put Jesus on the cross by our sins. Our neglect.

The primary motivation of Lent is "Love of God" and those we come in contact with every day in person or in thought. To be enlightened. Seek God for five minutes a day in silence. Leant is about purification and enlightenment, conversion. About moving closer and more like Jesus..

From Matthew Kelly, The Masterclass of Marriage/Best Lent Ever. Please watch:

https://youtu.be/Vk9k5n1wimM?si=r-QRw...

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