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 Second Sunday of Advent (Cycle C)
Reading I: Baruch 5:1-9 Reading II: Philippians 1:4-6, 8-11 GOSPEL: Luke 3:1-6 We're told to shed our sad robes and to cloak ourselves in the glory of God always. But how can we do that when we see misery and suffering all around us? We know Our King has the power and...
Reflection for the First Sunday of Advent (Cycle C)
Reading I: Jeremiah 33:14-16 Reading II: 1 Thessalonians 3:12--4:2 GOSPEL: Luke 21:25-28, 34-36 Jesus is Coming! Look Busy! Maybe you’ve seen it while cruising down the highway: that bumper sticker that says, "Jesus is coming! Look busy!" I've seen it myself a number...
Reflection for the Solemnity of Christ the King (Cycle B)
Reading I: Daniel 7:13-14 Reading II: Revelation 1:5-8 GOSPEL: John 18:33b-37 The Truth Hurts I grew up hearing the age-old cliché, "Honesty is the best policy," and it almost always seemed like a good idea to me. I have a hard enough time remembering what actually...