Why Did Pope Francis Make These 10 Startling Statements?
“We are moved because “we have seen and heard” not a cold statistic but the pain of a suffering humanity, our own pain, our own flesh.”
Seventeenth Sunday Readings – A Lesson During a Get-Away
A Family Get-Away to Relax – (John 6:1-15) It was one of those weeks – too many things going on! We need to take some time off, regroup, refocus. A get-away with just closest family and friends… But then all these people showed up. What are we going to...
When You See the World as God Sees It
Shifts that occur when people begin to envision their world more as God sees it.
You Can Make a Difference
You don’t have to have a glamorous job. Anyone can be a difference maker.
The 16th Sunday – Gospel Mandate to “Rest Awhile”
Remember how often Jesus withdrew to remember his relationship with his origins and reflect on his mission. This process of recharging is what gave Vincent, Louise and those who follow them the strength to be effective servants. It was because they were hearers of the word in their hearts that they were such effective doers.
Choosing Up Sides – God’s Way
Choosing up sides doesn’t make sense in God’s world. God’s embraces us each with the warmest and widest of hugs.
Rom 16, 13 reads: "Greet Rufus, chosen in the Lord; and greet his mother—a mother to me also." If this…
Have a blessed Holy Week!
I have never thought about the people that were named in the Gospels. I would agree that they may be…
Generally, I love the laconic nature of Mark's Gospel. The Passion narrative is very compelling in its starkness, with one…
Father John, Blessings to you as you step cautiously down that new path. Grace and Peace be with you!