Twentieth Sunday In Ordinary Time

Fire and division are what confronted Jesus.  We as a church community have to examine our comfort level and the challenge of our faith to the world.  If no one is offended by the quality of our commitment to Christ we have to ask how authentic is our belief in Him.  We cannot become inoffensive models of Christianity.  May we take up the challenge of reigniting the fire that Jesus brought to the earth.     ~ Fr. Matt

 

Nineteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time

What would you do if this was your last day on earth?  What would you not do?  How would you prepare to meet God?  Where would you go?  With whom would you spend your last hours on earth with?  Creepy questions, eh?  Jesus tells us not to live in fear.  We are to set our hearts on the treasure of God.  Faith keeps us motivated to live our lives in a positive fashion each day.    ~ Fr. Matt

 

Eighteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time

Today’s scriptures emphasize our needs and wants.  Alexander the Great gave instructions that at his burial his hands would not be tied and hidden as was the custom.  He wanted them hanging outside the bier as a reminder that the conqueror of the world took nothing with him.  People who “lose everything” in a natural disaster vow to live their lives more wisely and realize their genuine needs.              ~ Fr. Matt

Seventeenth Sunday In Ordinary Time

The Readings are rich with material to consider, almost too much to consume.  When confronted by the Divine One, Abraham becomes emboldened seeking mercy on all through the faithfulness of a few.  The Gospel stories remind us that prayer to God is essential.  Persistent shamelessness in requests will get results.  Asking, Seeking, and Knocking are essential to a fulfilling human life.                                                        ~ Fr. Matt