Reflection for the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Cycle A)
Reading I: 1 Kings 3:5, 7-12 Reading II: Romans 8:28-30 GOSPEL: Matthew 13:44-52 All Things Work for Good This Sunday's second reading from Romans contains one of my favorite lines from Scripture: "We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are...
Reflection for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Cycle A)
Reading I: Wisdom 12:13, 16-19 Reading II: Romans 8:26-27 GOSPEL: Matthew 13:24-43 The Power of Storytelling Do you remember Paul Harvey? Depending upon how young you are, the name may mean nothing to you. But for those of us who grew up in the 80's and 90’s, he was a...
Reflection for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Cycle A)
Reading I: Isaiah 5:10-11 Reading II: Romans 8:18-23 GOSPEL: Matthew 13:1-9 The Ground of the Community The parable of the sower is most often used to illustrate the hearts or lives of individuals. The discussion centers on whether or not the Word will take root and...
Challenge: How did I contribute?
"Aiding and abetting" someone committing a crime is often a crime itself - but did you know that causing others to sin is also a sin?! With that in mind, here's your REAL Challenge for the week: When a friend sins, ask yourself, "How did I contribute to this?"...
Challenge: Open to Ideas
We shouldn't assume that an idea that disrupts what's comfortable to us is bad - especially when that new idea is of great benefit to those who are less fortunate than us! With that in mind, here's your REAL Challenge for the week: Be open to new ideas that benefit...
Challenge: Lord Carry Burden
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming - as if we've been given far more than we can possibly handle. But Jesus knows us and offer us his support! With that in mind, here's your REAL Challenge for the week: Ask God to help you with a burden you're carrying. Remember...
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