Fr. Scott Lewis

God's Word on Sunday: Bright future lies on the path of light

January 6, 2018

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

December 16, 2017

3rd Sunday of Advent, Dec. 17 (Year B) Isaiah 61:1-2a, 10-11; Luke 1:46-54; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24; John 1:6-8, 19-28 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: Prepare for God by using time wisely

December 9, 2017

2nd Sunday of Advent, Dec. 10 (Year B) Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11; Psalm 85; 2 Peter 3:8-14; Mark 1:1-8 There is a schedule or plan known only to God and then there is the human calendar, but the two are rarely the same. That is where our trouble begins.

God's Word on Sunday: God sets the example of care and healing

November 25, 2017

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.

God's word on Sunday: Children of the light walk with courage

November 19, 2017

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Nov. 19 (Year A) Proverbs 31:10-13, 16-18, 20, 26, 28-31; Psalm 128; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6; Matthew 25:14-30

Paul’s advice puts our mission in focus

September 30, 2017

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

September 24, 2017

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

September 15, 2017

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

September 10, 2017

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.

Faith: We all share in the power of forgiveness

September 4, 2017

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Sept. 10 (Year A) Ezekiel 33:7-9; Psalm 95; Romans 13:8-10; Matthew 18:15-20 Sin ultimately affects an entire community. There is no such thing as a private sin. Sooner or later, misdeeds make an impact on the physical, psychological and spiritual environment.