A Gift Beyond Time
Diane M. Houdek
November 27, 2022
Advent reminds us that the One who has come into the world and is always coming into our lives in new ways is the source of our salvation.
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Stop Rushing
Maureen O'Brien
November 27, 2022
We’re frequently in a rush–on our way back from somewhere only to be racing off to another destination. Psalm 46 offers us these beautiful words as a salve: “Be still, and know that I am God!”
Sunday Soundbite for November 27, 2022
Greg Friedman, OFM
November 27, 2022
The Scripture readings for this first Sunday in Advent urge us to wake up to what is happening here and now. We must be prepared, focused on making our hearts ready to receive God at every moment.
Where Credit is Due
Carol Ann Morrow
November 26, 2022
Because of my race, my innate gifts, my appearance, my security, I have experienced unearned happiness and have lived to see this day.
Sharing the Word for November 26, 2022
Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk
November 26, 2022
With our daily routines, our superficial concerns, our sins it’s easy to forget that the kingdom of God is always near. It’s easy to lose track of the presence of the Lord.
The Gift of Contentment
Diane M. Houdek
November 25, 2022
Contentment is a great gift that we don’t always appreciate. It’s not as rare as we might think.
Notes from a Friar: The Humble Heart of Francis
Murray Bodo, OFM
November 25, 2022
Francis helped resurrect the Christ of the Gospels who showed Francis the way that alone would renew the earth and all life that dwells upon it.
Sin As Teacher
Albert Haase, OFM
November 25, 2022
Our attempts to make up for deficiencies from our childhoods lead to our recurring sins. By the Holy Spirit’s gifts of insight and understanding, we can begin the process of being freed from our slavery to sin.
Sharing the Word for November 25, 2022
Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk
November 25, 2022
What Jesus has to say about the end times is for our benefit. To the extent that we are in accord with Jesus, we are in harmony with all that lies ahead.
A Day of Giving Thanks
Diane M. Houdek
November 24, 2022
Thanksgiving in America began with noble sentiments and is surrounded by traditions, rituals, and stories.
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