We were indeed buried with him through baptism into death,so that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father,we too might live in newness of life. – Romans 6:4-5 When I drive somewhere new (especially when the road involves high cliffs and sharp turns) the fear of getting lostContinueContinue reading “Are we there yet?”
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Look at Him
Good Friday of the Lord’s Passion March 29, 2024 “They will look upon him whom they have pierced.” – Jn. 19:37 As the Passion narrative was proclaimed on Palm Sunday, when my daughter Clare (1-years-old at the time) became fixated on the soldiers. She pointed to the Stations of the Cross and said, “Soldiers, takeContinueContinue reading “Look at Him”
Smells Like Jesus
Friday of the Fourth Week of Lent, March 15, 2024 “Is he not the one they are trying to kill?…Could the authorities have realized that he is the Christ?” – John 7:25-26 Sometimes at Mass, there is a certain “aroma.” It is harsh, foul, and uncomfortable. And I can’t ignore it. The source? A homelessContinueContinue reading “Smells Like Jesus”
Made Visible
Fourth Sunday of Lent, March 10 2024 “… the works of God might be made visible through him.” – John 9:3 I have no idea what’s coming… or who… toddlers or teenagers, 5 kids or 35 kids. The amazing thing about Children’s Liturgy of the Word is that all children present at Mass are invitedContinueContinue reading “Made Visible”