by Nick Popadich | Scripture Reflection |
Reading I: Isaiah 7:10-14 Reading II: Romans 1:1-7 GOSPEL: Matthew 1:18-24 In the Most Unlikely of Places Advent is a holy time, yet we often get swept up in the shopping rush and materialism that has all but taken over the season. We will soon be hearing the readings...
by Nick Popadich | Scripture Reflection |
Reading I: 2 Samuel 5:1-3 Reading II: Colossians 1:12-20 GOSPEL: Luke 23:35-43 People Deserve Compassion This weekend, we celebrate the Solemnity of Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. Christ is the King of all creation. He is the Redeemer. Paul’s letter tells us that...
by Nick Popadich | Scripture Reflection |
Reading I: Exodus 17:8-13 Reading II: 2 Timothy 3:14 – 4:2 GOSPEL: Luke 18:1-8 Our Puzzled Lives “Pray.” We’ve been hearing that a lot lately. This four-letter word has been said to have the power to strengthen and heal. But even though these can be scary times,...
by Nick Popadich | Scripture Reflection |
Reading I: Amos 6:1a, 4-7 Reading II: 1 Timothy 6:11-16 GOSPEL: Luke 16:19-31 Real World Jerusalem If God were on a reality show, what would he have to do to prove his love for us? Would he have to eat bugs, dive from a skyscraper, or just be put in a room with a...
by Nick Popadich | Scripture Reflection |
Reading I: Sirach 3:17-18, 20, 28-29 Reading II: Hebrews 12:18-19, 22-24a GOSPEL: Luke 14:1, 7-14 American Humble Pie The readings today speak about humility. Being humble doesn’t seem to be in vogue these days. In fact, it seems downright un-American. To get ahead or...
