“We as individuals don’t have to save the world – indeed we cannot – but we can choose to become part of the structures of grace through which the Church tries to take care of the poor in the name of Jesus, who came “that the world might be saved through him” –...
Tag: Reflection
Living Mercy in the Family
On Sunday, I had the pleasure of leading a discussion at All Saints Church in Bridgeport. We talked about what it means to “Live Mercy” in the context of our families. We also talked about how important it is to extend that mercy beyond our families and into the wider community. We are already doing/living...
Rejoice!
Yesterday, we heard readings from the Prophet Zepheniah, the Apostle Paul, and the Evangelist Luke (you can read all three here). Zepheniah and Paul both begin similarly: “SHOUT FOR JOY!” -Zepheniah “REJOICE IN THE LORD ALWAYS!” -Paul Both writers are addressing audiences who are experiencing suffering in the moment. Zepheniah’s audience is the Hebrew people...
Reflection on the Feast of Mary, Mother of God
[Read today’s readings here!] Every night when I tuck my children into bed, I give them the blessing that the Lord gave to the Israelites in the Book of Numbers: The LORD bless you and keep you! The LORD let his face shine upon you, and be gracious to you! The LORD look upon you...