Sharing the Word for October 26, 2020 – Thirtieth Week in Ordinary Time – Year 2
Jesus’ critics want him to limit his benevolence to certain times and certain days. Jesus refuses to allow his kindness to be limited.
Saint Peter of Alcantara
Saint Peter of Alcantara lived in the 16th century, a time of great Church reform. He was confessor for Saint Teresa of Avila, another great reformer. Peter was known for his life of penitence and the virtue of patience. He founded a branch of the Franciscans known as the Alcantarines.
Saint Who? Perpetua and Felicity
Felicity and Perpetua were North African women martyred very early in the third century.
The Story and the Rest of the Story
The Gospel writer Luke, who we know as a disciple of St. Paul drew on St. Mark’s Gospel for his own version of the story of Jesus’ life on earth.
Pope announces new cardinals, including U.S. Archbishop Gregory
Pope Francis announced he will create 13 new cardinals Nov. 28, including Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory of Washington.