
Light in the Darkness
Given the state of the world it’s easy to be mired in grief. But lightness and grace surround us. We just have to look for them.
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Given the state of the world it’s easy to be mired in grief. But lightness and grace surround us. We just have to look for them.
The common theme of all the Gospel readings for All Souls Day is that the Lord loves his people and wants them with him forever.
The Franciscan intellectual tradition and the compelling story of Francis of Assisi seem to have a never-ending fascination for scholars, novelists, dramatists, screenwriters, and storytellers of every age, language, and culture.
The communion of saints is marked by huge variety. Future generations will celebrate us, because God never loses sight of one beloved daughter or son. All are held in God’s embrace.
It’s important to remember that we don’t earn membership in the company of the saints. We become members by responding to the invitation and the capability that Jesus confers on us when we are made part his community.
We will not appreciate Jesus’ loyalty to the Law and the Prophets if we do not accept his deeper understanding of freedom.
Fear is a universal—perhaps even essential—human condition. Denying it is no solution.
Jesus used relational power to bring out the best in those he encountered. He used his power to empower his followers—to help them see their identity as God’s beloved children.
At the bottom of my bed is a chest filled with memories that I have collected over the years. There are cards from loved ones, notes from my husband, Mark, and special gifts from my kids, among other things. At the very bottom of the chest is a collection of papers from my grade school years.
Jesus’ reminder is for all of us to understand that living out the gospel in our lives here on earth will provide us with a happiness only God can give.
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