Ordinary Human Beings
Kathy Coffey
August 18, 2021
People found Jesus scandalously ordinary. Why couldn’t he muster some pyrotechnics, or at least a last-minute save from the crucifix?
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Faith and Family for August 22: The Words of Eternal Life
Susan Hines-Brigger
August 18, 2021
In this week’s Gospel, Jesus asks the disciples if they’re willing to make the difficult choice to follow him.
Sunday Soundbite for August 22, 2021
Greg Friedman, OFM
August 18, 2021
Can we make a public choice for Jesus as we approach to receive the Body and Blood of Christ? Our firm, faith-filled “Amen” is a response to the Lord who is present in this great sign of our salvation.
Sharing the Word for August 18, 2021
Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk
August 18, 2021
The Israelites set up a king and the results proved to be catastrophic. Having a king other than God is counterproductive. Following God’s will is always best.
A Call for Holy Simplicity
Joel Schorn
August 17, 2021
Seeing God in every moment leads us as well to total reliance on God in every moment. This little way to faith and trust can help us accept ourselves for who we are.
Appreciating Teachers
Clifford Hennings, OFM
August 17, 2021
Pray for someone you know who is responsible for educating others. Then let them know how much you value their work.
Sharing the Word for August 17, 2021
Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk
August 17, 2021
Sometimes God asks difficult things of us. “I can’t possibly carry out what God is asking,” we tell ourselves. God responds, “Go with the strength you have. It is I who send you.”
Are We There Yet?
Daniel Imwalle
August 16, 2021
Routine can have a deadening effect on our minds and souls. Take a break from work or house chores today. Make a mental note of how it changes your day.
Sharing the Word for August 16, 2021 – Twentieth Week in Ordinary Time – Year 1
Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk
August 16, 2021
Followers of Christ are called to stewardship–giving–not just because the other needs to receive, but because we need to give.
Sharing the Word for August 14, 2021
Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk
August 14, 2021
We are called to a relationship with God. God calls us to a commitment to be his people. Repeatedly in our lives we are invited to say, “We will serve the Lord.”