Scripture: Jeremiah 30:1-2, 12-15, 18-22Matthew 14:22-36 or 15:1-2, 10-14 Reflection: But when he saw how strong the wind was he became frightened;and, beginning to sink, he (Peter) cried out, ‘Lord, » Continue Reading.
Scripture: Jeremiah 28:1-17Matthew 14:13-21 Reflection: No one could accuse the prophet Jeremiah of being too cheerful! This melancholy prophet lived in very difficult times, as Israel was on the brink » Continue Reading.
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:2; 2:21-23Colossians 3:1-5, 9-11Luke 12:13-21 Reflection: Happy Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time! You may be shocked to hear this, but I like funerals. Now, just bear with me » Continue Reading.
Scripture: Jeremiah 26:11-16, 24Matthew 14:1-12 Reflection: Today’s reading speaks volumes to us about integrity and the social pressures that become present in certain situations. How many times have we made » Continue Reading.
Memorial of Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus Scripture: Jeremiah 26:1- 9John 11:19-27 Reflection: “. . . you are the Christ, the Son of God, the one who is coming » Continue Reading.
Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6Matthew 13:47-53 Reflection: The words from the prophet, Jeremiah today reminded me of a potter friend of mine. I remember watching him at his wheel as the clay » Continue Reading.
Scripture: Jeremiah 15:10, 16-21Matthew 13:44-46 Reflection: “The Kingdom of heaven is like a merchant searching for fine pearls. When he finds a pearl of great price, he goes and sells » Continue Reading.
Feast of Saints Joachim and Anne,Parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary Scripture: Jeremiah 14:17-22Matthew 13:36-43 Reflection: Jesus dismissed the crowds and went into the house. His disciples approached him and » Continue Reading.
Feast of Saint James, Apostle Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-17 Matthew 20:20-28 Reflection: The Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve and to give his life » Continue Reading.
Scripture: Genesis 18:20-32Colossians 2:12-14Luke 11:1-13 Reflection: Awesome Presence and Wonderful Intimacy In our experience of God, it is important that we try to be conscious of both His majesty and » Continue Reading.