In Paul’s letter to the Romans, he proclaims that “if you live according to the flesh, you will die, but if by the Spirit you put to death the
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Pentecost is a celebration for many reasons: it marks the end of the Easter season, is the birthday of the Church, and reminds us of the power that
Today, as we celebrate the Feast of the Ascension, we recognize the disciple’s confusion as Jesus leaves them for the last time. They are given a
“Always be ready to give an explanationto anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope,but do it with gentleness and reverence,keeping your
In today’s Gospel, Jesus tries to “untrouble” the hearts of his disciples at the Last Supper. Their hearts are troubled as they
This weekend of Easter in our Gospel from Luke we read the jewel mine, a summary story, an encapsulation of the adventure of the Christian life,
How can I share the joy of receiving Christ’s peace? In this reading for the Second Sunday of Easter, Jesus appears to the frightened disciples and
In the Opening Prayer at Mass on Easter Sunday we pray: “Bestow upon those baptized in (Jesus’) death the power flowing from his
How can I create a path for Christ? This weekend we celebrate Palm Sunday. The passion narrative is proclaimed, but first we hear a Gospel
This week’s readings (and Connecting Point) continue the theme of transformation. Last week in the gospel, Jesus healed the blind man and
How is the living water of my baptism transforming me today? Water is necessary for life. It is so essential that scientists search for its presence
How do I live out the holy life to which God is calling me? “He saved us and called us to a holy life, not according to our works, but according to
How will I resist even the smallest temptations this Lent? In the Gospel today, Jesus is alone in the desert and shows complete obedience to
Who do I need to pray for and love? In the Gospel, from Matthew’s Sermon on the Mount, Jesus teaches us how we are to respond when people are
How can I seek God’s wisdom in daily challenges? We make many decisions throughout the course of our day. Some decisions require more wisdom
When have I witnessed Christ’s light shining through someone? “You are the light of the world. A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden.”
How can my light guide others toward Christ? In today’s first reading the Prophet Malachi tells us that God says, “I am sending my messenger to
How can I be a light to foster unity in a divided world? In the first and second readings this weekend there are two themes that jump out to me. In
How can I make the Lord known to others? Last week we celebrated the Baptism of the Lord. It is an important time when Jesus begins his
What parts of my life are pleasing to God? “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased” Matthew 3:17 In Jesus, the Son of God, we