The readings of Easter Season are my favorite. In them, every year, we are given a glimpse of the disciples’ reactions to Jesus’ resurrection and
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The idea of spreading love invites us to look beyond ourselves which this quote by Joanna Mercy captures: “When you act on behalf of something
One of my favorite sayings is, “God’s plan is always bigger than our plan.” It reminds us that no matter what we are focused on, God is working
Every human life has dark places, but others cannot always see them. Often, they are hidden within us: painful memories, fear of the future, the
On the Fourth Sunday of Lent, when we hear the story of the man born blind, we usually think about physical blindness, as Jesus performs a miracle
When I was a child, I can remember doubting that I’d get the Christmas present I longed for. Later, my doubts were likely focused on desired test
Too often, we become complacent and do the same old, same old. Why? Because it’s easy; it’s comfortable; it’s effortless. However,
What do I reach for instead of trusting God? Answering this question caused me to dig deeply into my anxieties, fears, and conflicts.
Fr. Ron once offered a definition of humility that has stayed with me: “Humility is not thinking less of yourself; rather, it is thinking of
If you’re reading this, it’s probably safe to assume you consider yourself a follower of Christ. Even so, most of us would admit we don’t
What purpose has God given me? It’s a question many of us ask at different times in our lives. Sometimes, we imagine that God’s purpose must be
We have all been there: sitting in a room (maybe even in church) when someone stands up and asks for volunteers for a role or a project. Almost
Epiphany reminds us that the star did not simply guide the Magi to a place; it led them to a person—a very special person! Imagine the wonder and
I come from a loud and boisterous family. Whether on Christmas Eve, with gatherings where the laughter and joyous noise grew so loud that the windows
Joseph reveals something essential about faith on this Fourth Sunday of Advent. He is confronted with a confusing and unexpected situation that could
You’ve probably walked into a store in October, seen Christmas decorations on the shelves, and reacted in one of two ways: “Christmas! Already?
In the first reading this Sunday, Isaiah (11:1–10) speaks of God seeing beyond labels and our calling to do the same: “Not by appearance shall he
Happy First Sunday of Advent, and Happy New Year, as well! I love this time of year. It always reminds me of a particular childhood memory: When I
What kingdom am I supporting by my choices? This is an important question that requires deep reflection. When I think about the concept of a kingdom,
The readings for this Sunday remind us that the end of time will one day come. Jesus speaks in the Gospel about wars, disasters, and a world that