Twenty Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Pope Francis says that human beings are so made that we cannot live, develop, and find fulfillment except in the sincere gift of self to others. Pope Francis continues to say that the art of encounter is about us building bridges, seeking points of contact, and planning projects that includes everyone. ~ Fr. Matt
Twenty First Sunday in Ordinary Time
God’s ways are not our ways say the prophets. Petty, self centered attitudes on our part will not deter the plan of God. We who are small of heart and lacking in merit will be brought to humble gratitude. ~ Fr. Matt
Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Crisis comes from a Greek word meaning judgement or decision. Service to the teachings of Jesus requires such an attitude. Fire and Division are the words Jesus uses. We know how those words cause consternation and concern. Ultimate happiness is found in imitating the Lord. ~ Fr. Matt
Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Fear is the root of many human difficulties. Fear of want can foster greed. Fear of the unknown can make us cowards. If we have a strange fear of God we can never develop a mature relationship. Fear of enemies leads to create more enemies. Fear of the future makes us live in the past. Jesus recommends faith and trust in God who loves us , is aware of our needs, and offers us goodness and blessings. ~ Fr. Matt