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 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Cycle B)
Reading I: 1 Kings 19:4-8 Reading II: Ephesians 4:30-5:2 GOSPEL: John 6:41-51 The Bread of Life “Does the Church still teach that ‘transubstantiation’ thing? No one believes it magically turns into Jesus’ flesh and blood! It’s just a symbol, right?” I stood there...
Reflection for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Cycle B)
Reading I: Exodus 16:2-4, 12-15 Reading II: Ephesians 4:17, 20-24 Gospel: John 6:24-35 Being Bread for Others (or What's a Manna You?) For many children in the United States, it would be great to be a kid forever! You'd never have to worry about work deadlines,...
Reflection for the 17th Sunday of Ordinary Time (Cycle B)
Reading I: 2 Kings 4:42-44 Reading II: Ephesians 4:1-6 GOSPEL: John 6:1-15 3 Critical Ways to Live as a Christian This weekend we hear the great gospel story of the multiplying of the loaves and fishes. Jesus works a miracle and is able to feed all of the people...