God's word on Sunday: We can always count on Good Shepherd
Fourth Sunday of Lent, March 11 (Year B) 2 Chronicles 36:14-17a, 19-23; Psalm 137; Ephesians 2:4-10; John 3:14-21
God's word on Sunday: We must be ready to change our course
God's Word on Sunday: The power of evil is always fleeting
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Jan. 28 (Year B) Deuteronomy 18:15-20; Psalm 95; 1 Corinthians 7:32-35; Mark 1:21-28
God's Word on Sunday: Bright future lies on the path of light
Epiphany of the Lord, Jan. 7 (Year B) Isaiah 60:1-6; Psalm 72; Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6; Matthew 2:1-12
God's Word on Sunday: Good news found in God's blessings
We would all welcome a bit of good news. This seems to be a very rare commodity these days, but it has probably almost always been the case.
God's Word on Sunday: God is found in compassionate hearts
It’s all God’s fault! As bizarre as that may seem, that appears to be at the heart of the prayer in the final section of Isaiah. The words reflect the human tendency to blame everyone and everything for difficulties instead of accepting personal responsibility.
God's Word on Sunday: God sets the example of care and healing
Christ the King, Nov. 26 (Year A) Ezekiel 34:11-12, 15-17; Psalm 23; 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 28; Matthew 25:31-46
Many of the shepherds of Israel had done a rotten job of shepherding and serving the people.
Greatest commandment must be lived
30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Oct. 29 (Year A) Exodus 22:21-27; Psalm 18; 1 Thessalonians 1:5c-10; Matthew 22:34-40
Paul’s advice puts our mission in focus
27th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Oct. 8 (Year A) Isaiah 5:1-7; Psalm 80; Philippians 4:6-9; Matthew 21:33-43
What does a song or poem about a vineyard say about Israel, God and Jesus?
First place to look for blame is in mirror
26th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Oct. 1 (Year A) Ezekiel 18:25-28; Psalm 25; Philippians 2:1-11; Matthew 21:28-32
God is unfair! When things do not go as we expect or want, or when we meet adversity, this accusation is often hurled heavenward.
Faith: It’s never too late to ask for God’s mercy
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Sept. 24 (Year A) Isaiah 55:6-9; Psalm 145; Philippians 1:20-24, 27; Matthew 20:1-16
We often search high and low for something precious that we cannot find. Convinced that it has been lost or stolen, we might even replace it. Then, lo and behold, we find it in the most obvious place, sometimes staring us right in the face.
Faith: Forgiveness is not an option: just do it
24th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A) Sept. 17 (Sirach 27:30- 28:7; Psalm 103; Romans 14:7-9; Matthew 18:21-35)
Anger, wrath and resentment can poison the mind, body and soul. They can make people miserable and unhappy, or even ruin physical health. Left unchecked, these emotions can destroy families, work environments, societies and even peace between nations.