Daily Reflections

But for most of us, God’s "call" doesn't come with a special effects budget. It’s much more about the vibe and the inner tug on your heart.

From this small Galilean town, Jesus begins his ministry of teaching with “authority,” and the people took notice.

The long-awaited Christmas celebration is concluded.  The feast of the Epiphany has passed.  Jesus was baptized yesterday.  Now what?

On this day, we, too, are being reborn into the Ordinary time of our lives. This is such a fitting way in which to conclude the Advent and Christmas seasons.

Perhaps hope, instead of being based on circumstances or on human motivations, is based on the “one who is true.”

Sunday’s feast of Our Lord’s Baptism concludes the Christmas season. Last Sunday, the Solemnity of the Epiphany, we heard the story of the Magi in the gospel of Matthew.

Jesus’ prophetic mission statement in the synagogue is our mission statement, for we are his body in our moment in history.

God, help me not be afraid today, but to see your loving hand directing the events of all life and trusting that these are all gifts, gifts from a loving god who cares for not only me but for all creation.

In deep prayer, we let us open our hearts to God, seeking guidance on how best to respond to the command “Give them some food yourselves.”

“Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.”