How do I find the trust to take a risk? In today’s Gospel, Jesus sends the seventy disciples to continue his work of “casting out
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How can following the Lord lead me to true freedom? When I think of freedom, many ideas and images enter by mind. I think of the brave men
How can I do more with what little I have? Today we hear the well-known story of Jesus feeding the multitude gathered before him with only five
How does the Trinity shape wisdom, faith and truth in my life? As a lifelong Catholic and a long time employee of the Church, I feel that I should
“I have told you this while I am with you. The Advocate, the Holy Spirit whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything and remind
How can I find Christ’s Peace when I am not feeling peaceful? Finding peace has been very difficult for me lately. Most days I am literally
Love one another. God instructs us to “Love one another.” It seems difficult, this act of offering love to all. What does it mean to love one
How is a good mother like a good shepherd? In recent months two of my nieces, both of whom grew up and received all of their sacraments at St.
Keep your eyes open to see Christ Today! In John’s account of the Resurrection, we are told that as the Beloved Disciple entered the empty tomb he
“How can I show compassion for those I am tempted to condemn?” In today’s society we see people placing judgment and giving condemnation in the
Where are the dark places in my life that need light? This week’s Gospel reading discusses the Transfiguration of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
How can I block temptations and focus on deeper desires? Where do we look for help to deal with temptations? How do we block out the daily
How can I show love for those that bother me? Today’s Gospel is another well-known passage that contains a motto by which we should live as
How do I recognize God’s blessings in times of need? This week’s readings are full of Jesus’ teachings about the many gifts and blessings He
One of my favorite sayings is “God doesn’t call the qualified, He qualifies the called.” If you are like me, you have at times felt insecure
I often take time to thank God for the gifts God has given me, and try to find ways to share those gifts with others. I thank God for the gifts of
Rejoice!! This Sunday’s readings bring us a message of rejoicing for we learn that the Spirit is upon Jesus AND upon us. Jesus shows us clearly
How can I trust that God’s got my back? This is for everyone – yes that means you, too – the overworked, high-stressed, short on time –