Searching for Sears (Luke 3:15-16, 21-22)
During his recent pilgrimage to Greece, Fr. Michael lost his friend Fr.
This Prophecy Has Been Fulfilled [Luke 1:1-4, 4:14-21]
Fr. Michael explains that Jesus came into Nazareth and to the local synagogue where he was invited to read from the Prophets.
How Will You Observe Advent?
Our world is increasingly holiday focused, not Holy Day focused. The season of Christmas does not begin for the Church until Christmas Day.
- Expectations - Luke 7:18b-23
What do we expect of the Lord? Are we truly open to being moved by God this Advent?
That They May Be One (John 17:11B-21)
John 17:11B-21 Lifting up his eyes to heaven, Jesus prayed, saying: "Holy Father, keep them in your name that you have given me, so that they may be one just as we are one. When...
Climb the Mountain of Faith [Luke 9:28b-36]
Reflecting on the transfiguration of Jesus according to St. Luke, Fr.
Ornaments of Grace Day 21
Malala Yousafzai is our twenty-first Ornament of Grace. Observing the Beautiful Ornaments Malala was lowly in the sense that she was a child.
Who did Pope John Paul II think was one of the greatest Saints of the 21st century?
Matthew 18:15-20 Jesus said to his disciples: "If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have won over...
Image of Hope
Fr. Michael encourages us to embrace this time of preparation and to keep the image of the baby Jesus as our image of hope in a time of seemingly endless darkness.
Baptism of Jesus
Fr. Jim explores the baptism story of Jesus from the Gospel of Luke and asks, "Are we ready and willing to totally immerse ourselves in God's love and be of greater service to...
Patient Endurance
Luke 21:5-19 While some people were speaking about how the temple was adorned with costly stones and votive offerings, Jesus said, "All that you see here-- the days will...
What's in a Name?
The name of Jesus, the name of Fr. Michael, the name of a rose...Fr.
We're in the Business
This Gospel Study addresses the time Peter asked Jesus, “How many times are we called to forgive another?” Jesus surprised Peter and the disciples when he said to forgive 70...
Should Faith Be Easier?
In the midst of uncertainty surrounding so much in our world, Fr. Michael implores us to go deeper into our faith in Jesus to move beyond doubt and controversy to feel God's...
Ornaments of Grace Day 31
Luke 2:16-21 The Shepherds went in haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the babe lying in the manger.
Awash in God's Fiery Love
Luke 21:5-19 While some people were speaking about how the temple was adorned with costly stones and votive offerings, Jesus said, "All that you see here-- the days will come...
Ornaments of Grace - St. Matthew
There was a man who had two sons. He approached the elder and said, “Son, go out and work in the vineyard today.” The son replied, “I am on my way, sir;” but he never went.
Don't Give Up When All Seems Lost
Fr. Michael tells two stories of perseverance when the outcome seemed already determined.
Ornaments of Grace 2020 - St. Nicodemus
Jesus rejoiced in the Holy Spirit and said, “I give you praise, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, for although you have hidden these things from the wise and the learned, you...
Mary, Mother of God - Ornaments of Grace
Luke 2:16-21 The Shepherds went in haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the babe lying in the manger; once they saw, they understood what had been told them concerning this...
St. Paul of the Cross - Ornaments of Grace
Today's Ornament of Grace for Wednesday of the Third Week of Advent is St. Paul of the Cross.
Ornaments of Grace - Mary, the Mother of God
(The shepherds) went in haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the Babe lying in the manger; once they saw, they understood what had been told them concerning this child. All who...
We Can't Stay on the Seashore - Season of Joy
Today's Season of Joy reflection on John 21:1-14 is by Sr. Leslie Keener, CDP.
Ornaments of Grace - St. Jane Frances de Chantal
Thereupon Mary set out, proceeding in haste into the hill country to a town of Judah, where she entered Zechariah’s house and greeted Elizabeth. When Elizabeth heard Mary’s...
Mary, Mother of God & World Day of Peace - Ornaments of Grace
Luke 2:16-21 The Shepherds went in haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the babe lying in the manger; once they saw, they understood what had been told them concerning this...
Water
What water has Jesus given me this Lent to grow the seeds I have planted? Matthew 21:9 The crowds preceding him and those following kept crying out and saying: "Hosanna to the...
Humility
Luke 18:9-14 Jesus addressed this parable to those who were convinced of their own righteousness and despised everyone else. "Two people went up to the temple area to pray; one...
Advocate
John 14:15-21 Jesus said to his disciples: “If you love me, you will keep my commandments. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate to be with you...
Reception
Just like Jesus returning to Nazareth, sometimes it is hard for us to go back when we have changed but our friends or family have not. Luke 4:24 Jesus said to the people in the...
Gratitude
Cultivate a proper attitude of gratitude for God's gifts. Luke 18:11-12 “The Pharisee took up his position and spoke this prayer to himself, ‘O God, I thank you that I am not...