There is much that we worry about—health, relationships, money, safety, climate change, lack of decency and civility in an increasing polarized society, etc. Instead of being “worry warts”, Jesus tells us to not be anxious,…
C.S. Lewis said “There are no ordinary people. You have never met a mere mortal.” The prophet Elijah’s encounter with the widow of Zarephath reminds us that each person has God-given gifts to offer…
All Saints Day is a good time to remember our “cloud of witnesses”, those people who by their words and actions have inspired us on our faith journey with God and follow Jesus more…
Jesus’ encounter with blind Bartimaeus reminds us to approach God as a beggar, acknowledging that we are broken and imperfect people, in need of God’s mercy and grace. As we humble ourselves before God,…
In a world where we are told to always “look out for number one”, and rewards climbing up the social and corporate ladder, Jesus calls his followers to a life of servanthood characterized by…
We were created not to dominate and exploit God’s beautiful creation, but live in peace and harmony with all God’s creatures, taking good care of our planet. Like fingerprints, each one of us is…
Today we heard stories from the Church in four different continents seeking to be faithful in working for peace and serving the needs around them. We also offered prayers in different languages represented in…
Since the attacks of September 11, 2001, there has been an increase in Islamophobia (fear of Muslims) in the United States. We must remember that the vast majority of Muslims are peaceful and want…
What can we learn from the encounter of Jesus’ with a persistent and stubborn Canaanite woman who is desperate for Jesus to cast out a demon from her daughter? When is being stubborn a…
An authentic faith is lived from the inside out, rooted in the transformation of the heart. It begins with a desire to please God instead of impress other people. As we confess our sin…
