Posts from October 2021
If you were with Jesus, what would you ask for?
The scribe in today’s Gospel asked Jesus what is the greatest commandment. Why did he ask this? Was is for knowledge or justification in his life? If you were with Jesus, what would you ask for? Would you ask for something for yourself? Or like Solomon asked for wisdom to lead God’s people. Would you ask for the pain to be taken away? Or would you hear Jesus say help me to carry the cross of your sinfulness? Would you…
Christ’s goodness is all around us.
In today’s Gospel, Bartimaeus responds to Jesus question by saying “I want to see!” I’m reminded here of the cliche, “Be careful what you ask for.” What would we see? Many people’s lives focused on the negative and so they will only see things and events that are bad, hurtful, spiteful and just plain wrong. But maybe if we asked the Lord to see, we might start seeing all the good that is happening around us. We’ll start to notice…
Live a life based on the words and actions of Jesus.
Jesus said to the rich young man who wanted a guarantee to eternal life to sell what you have, give it to the poor, and then come and follow me. What does it mean to follow Jesus? Simply put it is to live a life based on the words and actions of Jesus. In the last few weeks we have asked for people to help volunteer at the Church. Examples: Ministering at Mass or taking communion to homebound, singing in…
Maybe yes? Maybe no?
The rich, young man in the Gospel wanted a guarantee to get into heaven. He followed the Commandments and lived a good life. Jesus said get rid of all your riches and then come follow me. The young man couldn’t do it. Do you think you can give up all your possessions and follow Jesus? Maybe yes? Maybe no? But maybe we can start slowly. How about giving up some of your time and talent. Volunteer to help others. Sacrifice…
“Respect Life” is more than just a catchphrase.
Today is Respect Life Sunday. “Respect Life” is more than just a catchphrase. It needs to be a way of living. Respect life. Not just in the womb, but everywhere, at every time, in all circumstances — within our families, our communities, our schools, and the places we work and do business. It means treating every life with dignity, and honoring every life as a gift. By changing how we talk about life, how we treat life, how we teach…