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The Joyful Mystery of Easter

Daniel Imwalle April 17, 2022

“For they did not yet understand the Scripture that he had to rise from the dead.” The passage from the Gospel of John (Jn 20:9) at the end of the reading for this Easter Sunday. Today is a day to celebrate mystery.

The Ultimate Sacrifice

Susan Hines-Brigger April 15, 2022

Knowing that Christ was willing to die for us is a profound message of how much we are loved. The challenge is to live out our lives as an expression of that love.

What’s Your Price?

Albert Haase, OFM April 14, 2022

We all betray Jesus for a price. For Judas, it was 30 pieces of silver. For Peter, it was the fear of being recognized as a disciple.

Change My Heart

Natalie Ryan April 12, 2022

Prayer can become a laundry list of intentions so the Lord can get you through your day-to-day problems. It won’t change the situation, but it will change you. How do you need to switch up your prayer life?

My God, My God, Why?

Stephen Copeland April 11, 2022

Jesus of Nazareth’s prayer life was not Pollyanna. It was messy, honest, and complex. Even the Son of God experienced the pain of God’s absence.

A Change of Habit

Melanie Rigney April 10, 2022

Clare Offreduccio (1194-1253) grew up in a wealthy, devout family, and likely was expected to marry. However, all that changed when she heard Francis of Assisi speak.