Today’s readings show us how great our reward can be if we make a commitment to our Lord. In the first reading [2 KGS 4:8-11, 14-16A], the older childless woman and her husband are promised a son for their simple yet generous hospitality toward Elisha, and as Saint Paul tells …
Today our first reading is taken from Jeremiah (10:10-13). This prophet has been called the “weeping prophet”. He is relatable Biblical figure, sharing his feelings of hurt and betrayal by those who were once his friends, and now seek his misstep, “to take vengeance upon him.” These are the people …
Today our first reading is taken from Jeremiah (10:10-13). This prophet has been called the “ weeping prophet”. He is relatable Biblical figure, sharing his feelings of hurt and betrayal by those who were once his friends, and now seek his misstep, “to take vengeance upon him.” These are the …
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity has a number of personal connections for me. I grew up playing many sports and today I enjoy watching live events on TV (when not in the middle of a pandemic). For those fans who watch football games, you will frequently see someone …
Come, Holy Spirit, come. On Pentecost we can wonder what it must have been like for the first followers of Jesus gathered in the Upper Room, waiting and praying for the Advocate, whom Jesus had promised before he ascended. No appointed time. No details. Morale had to be mixed as …
The cross of Jesus Christ is at the heart of our Christian faith. Christ offered the sacrifice by which we are offered forgiveness for sins and union with God. But the work of God doesn’t stop there. The Resurrection of Christ on Easter Sunday shows us that the mission continues. Easter is our promise …
