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Reflection for July 15, 2012
Once we hear the Good News we are empowered to share it
Pray the Scripture passages the Church has chosen for us this Sunday and we see that our relationship with God/Jesus is not something static and unchanging but rather is alive and growing. It is... Read More
Reflection for July 8, 2012
God can do great works through all of us
I've had some less-than-glamorous jobs in my life. One summer during my early teen years, I spent my days tarring the metal roofs of brooder houses (warm huts for newborn chicks). Then, a few... Read More
Reflection for July 1, 2012
Sacrament of healing is for physical, mental & spiritual wellness
Jesus shows compassion for the sick. In today's Gospel he says to the suffering woman: "Go in peace and be freed from your suffering." And to the little girl's parents: "Don't be afraid, just... Read More
Reflection for June 24, 2012
As John the Baptist modeled, may each of us be open to God's will
This weekend we would normally celebrate the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time. However, this year the Solemnity of the Birth of John the Baptist falls on Sunday. A solemnity (major feast) takes... Read More
Reflection for June 17, 2012
Whether a 'tomato' or a 'carrot,' God's grace is for all
In today's readings Jesus and Ezekiel help us understand the greatness of God by using images of a tree and a plant. In Ezekiel, the Lord God says, "I too will plant a tender shoot on a high and... Read More
Reflection for June 10, 2012
Eucharist unites all of us with Christ wherever we are
by Sister Rose Jochmann Today is a beautiful feast - we celebrate the gift of the Eucharist - the Body and Blood of Christ. Some areas of our country and around the work celebrate this feast with... Read More
Reflection for June 3, 2012
This Sunday's Gospel summarizes Matthew's message
Whenever I look at a new book, I first look at the table of contents. When the "America" magazine comes, I first look at the contents and then the cartoon. The end of Matthew's Gospel, Matthew... Read More
Reflection for May 27, 2012
Pentecost reminds us of our common Gospel mission
Throughout the 50 days of the Easter season, we heard Jesus' words of peace. He also prepared us for the coming of the Holy Spirit. On Pentecost Sunday we celebrate the coming of the Spirit on... Read More
Reflection for May 20, 2012
Continuing the mission means taking action
As I reflected on Sunday's readings, I thought of the phrase, "Don't just stand there, do something!" In our first reading for the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord, the disciples are challenged... Read More
Reflection for May 13, 2012
Christian love is the art of self-giving
The readings today continue to focus our gaze on the upcoming feast of Pentecost, when the eternal, burning Love-exchange between the Father and the Son, who is the Spirit, was poured out upon... Read More
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