Radical Amazement

Bruce Epperly February 8, 2022

Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel believed that “radical amazement” was at the heart of spirituality. What amazes and inspires you today?

Sharing the Word for February 8, 2022

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk February 8, 2022

There are priorities in religious practice. Some things are more important than others. Jesus is not opposed to religious tradition, except when it is observed without love of God and neighbor.

Enter Into

Natalie Ryan February 7, 2022

Walking through a doorway means you exit one place and enter into another. You have to be willing to leave the old place in order to enter a new one. You have to be willing to let go so God can work.

Saint Colette

Franciscan Media February 7

Saint Colette is known as a reformer of the Order of Saint Clare. Known as the Colettine Poor Clares, these nuns follow a more primitive rule of Saint Clare and are known for their austerity.

Sharing the Word for February 7, 2022 – Fifth Week in Ordinary Time – Year 2

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk February 7, 2022

Christ is accessible to us today in many ways. If we are not healed of our ills the problem is not Christ’s but ours for not reaching out to be in touch with him.

Saint Paul Miki and Companions

Franciscan Media February 6

A Jesuit Brother and native of Japan, Saint Paul Miki and Companions were martyred for preaching their belief in Jesus.

One of the four virgin martyrs celebrated in the Catholic calendar of saints, Saint Agatha was arrested during the persecution of Decius in 251. Tortured for her beauty and tempted to violate her chastity, Agatha was eventually martyred.

Sharing the Word for February 5, 2022

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk February 5, 2022

Jesus’ heart was moved with pity for the people because they were like sheep without a shepherd. They saw and pursued in Jesus what sheep see and pursue in their shepherd.

Saint Joseph of Leonissa

Franciscan Media February 4

Saint Joseph of Leonissa was known for his austerity of life and single-minded commitment to preaching. Arrested and warned to change his ways, Joseph returned to his former behavior and was re-arrested and condemned to die. He escaped, however, and continued a life of preaching.

Sharing the Word for February 4, 2022

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk February 4, 2022

The story of the death of John the Baptist is meant to serve as a prelude to the story of Jesus’ death. It’s meant to provide an example of what happens to people who present themselves as spokesmen for God.