6 Ways to Be Grateful

Dr. Robert J. Wicks and Tina C. Buck November 18, 2021

It is during challenging times that a circle of grace is formed, if a healthy perspective, gratitude, and happiness are cultivated.

God said “I choose you” to Mary, and Mary said it back. Jesus said “I choose you” to Peter and Andrew, and they said it back. Mary, Peter, and Andrew meant it so much so that they gave their lives for Jesus.

Sharing the Word for November 18, 2021

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk November 18, 2021

There are times when people must say no to the society in which they live. Sometimes saying no is hard, but not saying no can be even more demanding in the long run.

Laws, Love, and the Path to Holiness

Daniel Imwalle November 17, 2021

The history of our faith provides examples of rule breakers to show us a better way to holiness, even if it is the road less traveled.

Faith and Family for November 21: Feast of Christ the King

Susan Hines-Brigger November 17, 2021

This week we celebrate the feast of Christ the King. In the Gospel, we hear Pilate ask Jesus if he is the King of the Jews.

Sunday Soundbite for November 21, 2021

Greg Friedman, OFM November 17, 2021

With dramatic irony, today’s scene in John’s Gospel highlights a very different kind of kingship. Jesus stands before the world testifying to the truth about God, and invites us into his reign, which is not of this world.

Sharing the Word for November 17, 2021

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk November 17, 2021

Today’s passage is one of the earliest examples of faith in the resurrection. Torment and persecution are not the last words.

Sisterhood of Saints: Margaret of Scotland

Melanie Rigney November 16, 2021

St. Margaret of Scotland shows us how to find commonalities with those whose upbringings or worldviews are different from our own.

The Pause That Refreshes

Bruce Epperly November 16, 2021

This morning on my walk I encountered two adult and two young deer. Not wanting to disturb their breakfast, I stopped in my tracks and simply watched, feeling a kinship with my nonhuman neighbors.

Sharing the Word for November 16, 2021

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk November 16, 2021

The Second Book of Maccabees offers narratives of perseverance in the face of persecution. Sometimes we are called to stand up for what we believe. We shouldn’t be surprised.