Dec 24
Today’s Gospel Story is what we call the Annunciation. A messenger of God tells Mary she is chosen for a special mission, to be the mother of the Messiah. God…
Today’s Gospel Story is what we call the Annunciation. A messenger of God tells Mary she is chosen for a special mission, to be the mother of the Messiah. God…
Four weeks ago I had another heart attack, which was quite an experience. People have been asking me how I feel, which I really appreciate. I’m still trying to figure…
Today’s first reading says, “The spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me; he has sent me to bring glad tidings to the poor…
In today’s Gospel Story (Mk 1:1-8) we hear the familiar words, ”Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths”. The majority report understands them to refer to the…
In Sunday’s Gospel Story (Mk 1:1-8) we hear,”Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths”, and “I am sending my messengers ahead of you”. Who are the messengers…
Part 2, on a more personal level. Today’s Gospel Story (Mk 13:33-37) is about a master who goes away, and tells the servants to be alert so his return doesn't…
In today’s Gospel Story (Mk 13:33-37) Jesus talks about a master who is away, and tells the servants to be alert lest his return catch them by surprise. As with…
In today’s Gospel Story for the Feast of Christ the King (Mt 25:31-46) Jesus says what we did or did not do to the least of our brothers and sisters…
In today’s Gospel Story for the Feast of Christ the King (Mt 25:31-46) Jesus says what we did or did not do to the least of our brothers and sisters…
From the perspective of much appreciation and giving thanks, in the responses to what I’ve written recently I’ve received many messages of caring concern and support, even sympathy for “what…