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 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...
Reflection for the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Cycle A)
Reading I: Zechariah 9:9-10 Reading II: Romans 8:9, 11-13 GOSPEL: Matthew 11:25-30 The Yoke's on You! All right gang, it's story time! Once upon a time, there was a carpenter. No, not Jesus – a different carpenter. This carpenter had the task of creating yokes for...
Reflection for the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Cycle A)
Reading I: 2 Kings 4:8-11, 14-16A Reading II: Romans 6:3-4, 8-11 GOSPEL: Matthew 10:37-42 Jesus Christ: Home Wrecker? Who do you love most deeply? Your mom? Your dad? Your spouse? Your sister or a brother? Well – be careful what you answer. Jesus might just get...