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.

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.

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.