Connecting Point: December 3, 2017 December 2, 2017 The beginning of a new year is often a time when we take a close look at ourselves, assess our relationships, our physical well-being, and other
Connecting Point: November 12, 2017 Published on November 10, 2017 Wisdom is a gift God has granted to all of us. We search for God in our lives even though we may not always have a clear idea of what his plan is for
Connecting Point: October 29, 2017 October 27, 2017 Which Commandment is greater? Love your God or love your neighbor? They’re actually more related than you might think. Find out how in
Connecting Point: October 22, 2017 October 20, 2017 Our first reading this weekend gives us the Church’s answer to the Gospel’s question about what belongs to God and what belongs to Caesar. All
Connecting Point: September 17, 2017 Published on September 17, 2017 Forgiveness can be an uncomfortable challenge. Jesus tells this story after Peter proposes an extravagant limit of forgiveness. He uses the biblical
Connecting Point: September 10, 2017 Published on September 10, 2017 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
Connecting Point: August 27, 2017 Published on August 25, 2017 In John’s Gospel 1:45-51, Nathanael says to Philip, “Can anything good come from Nazareth?” Nathanael (aka Bartholomew) had a bad attitude
Connecting Point: July 16, 2017 Published on July 14, 2017 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,
Connecting Point – June 11, 2017 June 9, 2017 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
June 3, 2017 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
Connecting Point: May 28, 2017 May 26, 2017 “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.
Connecting Point: May 14, 2017 Published on May 12, 2017 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
Connecting Point: April 16, 2017 Published on April 15, 2017 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
Connecting Point: April 9, 2017 Published on April 7, 2017 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
Connecting Point: April 2, 2017 March 31, 2017 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
Connecting Point: March 5, 2017 Published on March 4, 2017 This week, I decided to do my Connecting Point reflection on video. Go ahead, watch
Connecting Point: February 26, 2017 Published on February 24, 2017 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
Connecting Point: February 12, 2017 February 9, 2017 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
Connecting Point: January 29, 2017 January 27, 2017 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