Connecting Point

Asking for forgiveness is not easy, but find out what is even a greater challenge. Matt explains in his reflection of this week’s Connecting

What obstacles are getting in the way of truly following Jesus? Check out what Matt Hunt has to say about

In John’s Gospel 1:45-51, Nathanael says to Philip, “Can anything good come from Nazareth?” Nathanael (aka Bartholomew) had a bad attitude

In today’s gospel we are challenged to open our hearts and minds to hear God’s Word and discern how God is using us in this world. We can,

Be docile and trust in the Lord. What does that mean? We need to trust in the Lord who gives us strength. Watch my reflection to find out what

It’s cloudy this June 9, 2017 Michigan morning, yet the birds know and I know the sun has risen. I write this reflection in consideration of

When we think of Pentecost, the first thing that comes to mind is the Holy Spirit . So why is our Connecting Point about forgiveness? At the end of

“How can I bring the Word to the community.” The Great Commission should be a part of how we live our lives every day as Catholics.

How can I glorify God in the bad times as well as in the good times? Our connecting point for this week is a tall order! Enduring illness or tragedy

If we as followers of Christ reflect the Gospel message we reflect his character through the Holy Spirit. “This is how everyone will recognize that

The message of Easter is that those who never knew Jesus in the flesh can still have a close, intimate relationship with him. This belief

Why should we make time to join the Community in prayer? Many of us have heard a friend or relative say, “I don’t go to church much anymore

None of us can live fully without hope.  Daily, we encounter people who are lacking in hope. They need an encouraging word, a smile, a listening

How often do we enter a dark room and automatically reach for the “light switch”? We take for granted that the lights will come on, but what

  This week, I decided to do my Connecting Point reflection on video. Go ahead, watch

Generosity is not something that we can only consider when we reach that certain benchmark or higher level of income. Providing for others doesn’t

It can be very tempting to share what’s on your mind in the moment. Whether it’s with a friend over coffee, or for the whole world to see

How can I be more generous with my love? We are all loving people God created us with love, in love and for love. Unfortunately, there are times when

St. Paul reminds proclaims in the second reading that the people should be united in Christ when presented with the news that the people are