Scripture Reflections
Thoughts and commentary on the Sunday readings.Join us each week for a short reflection based upon the readings used at the Sunday Mass, as listed in the Roman Catholic Lectionary.
Reflection for the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time (Cycle B)
Reading I: Deuteronomy 6:2-6 Reading II: Hebrews 7:23-28 GOSPEL: Mark 12:28b-34 Rebel with a Cause Three of the four gospels tend to show Jesus in conflict with the Jewish lawmakers of the time, confronting Pharisees and others at almost every turn. These images of...
Reflection for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Cycle B)
Reading I: Jeremiah 31:7-9 Reading II: Hebrews 5:1-6 GOSPEL: Mark 10:46-52 The Church of TODAY! It’s no secret that one of the big priorities of St. John Paul II’s papacy was the youth of our church. Thanks to his vision, we recognize the youth not as the “church of...
Reflection for the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Cycle B)
Reading I: Isaiah 53:10-11 Reading II: Hebrews 4:14-16 GOSPEL: Mark 10:35-45 Look Down to Look Up The stereotypical Christian household is one of conservative values and respectable living. One would expect to find a well-manicured lawn, neat and tidy house,...