How do we react when we hear of someone who experienced a “deathbed conversion?” Do we rejoice that the person has found God, and has become open to receiving...[read more]
I’ve often said that the line of the Our Father that should make us stop and think is “Forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against...[read more]
Our readings today remind us that we have a moral obligation to correct blatant wrongdoing whenever it presents itself in our families, in the workplace, or in society. Our...[read more]
Last week, our Gospel ended on a very positive tone, as Jesus praised Peter for his confession of faith. This week, the tone very quickly changes. Jesus, immediately after...[read more]
Who do people say that I am? Who do you say that I am?” These questions form the central theme of today’s Gospel passage. While we can easily see...[read more]
Have you ever had an experience in your life where you have become profoundly aware of the presence of God? Perhaps it took place on a retreat,...[read more]
There is something profound about Solomon’s prayer for wisdom in today’s First Reading. It shows the desire that Solomon has to be a good leader and servant to the...[read more]
One of the big struggles often faced by people of faith is the problem of injustice in the world. If God is all-loving and all powerful, then why does...[read more]
Listening to the Parable of the Sower as a child, I used to always wonder why the sower wasn’t more careful when scattering the seed on his fields. If...[read more]
It’s often said that children have a unique way of viewing the world. I’m reminded of that fact every time I have a chance to visit my niece and...[read more]
