You, my reader, have no doubt suffered at times great sorrow, such as loss of a beloved, severe illness, or misunderstandings. However, if a true
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HEAVEN AND HELL!
The Sadducees of today’s gospel did not believe in resurrection. They therefore challenged Jesus with an absurd story of seven brothers who married the same
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Jesus tells a story in today’s gospel of two extreme characters: the pharisee and the publican. A streak of each resides in us. The revered
Read moreTHANK YOU, MY DEAR!
A leprous Samaritan in today’s gospel! Who could be more despised? Yet, Jesus heals him physically without words or fanfare. The man returns to Jesus
Read moreAM I FAITHFUL OR JUST A BELIEVER?
“I believe in God the Father almighty” begins our creed at every Eucharist.Truly, this expresses our beliefs but not necessarily our faith. We believe in
Read moreLAZARUS AND I
Today’s gospel pictures opposites.The rich man is exceedingly rich. He dresses in the garments of the wealthy priests; eats sumptuously and enjoys a luxurious home. At
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If profit is our primary goal, we are not Christians. In today’s gospel, Jesus states in no uncertain terms that to follow him, one must
Read moreSUPREME PASSION!
Do you seek passionately a specific goal in your life? Without it, living can become a hum-drum repetition of days. Jesus had such a goal,
Read moreCAN WE BELIEVE IN PRAYER?
Some say, ” I have prayed for many things that I never received. It’s no wonder many doubt Jesus’ promise in today’s gospel: ‘Ask and
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“I am baptized, attend Eucharist, and even contribute to church every Sunday. I am a good Christian”. These practices carry great importance, but Jesus asserts
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