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Stephen did not intend to cause trouble, but to give witness to the gift of salvation brought by Jesus. He was found to have the gift of preaching and miracle working.
Take a few extra minutes today and do something kind for yourself, giving yourself the same compassion you would offer to a loved one.
Clare’s “peace surpassing understanding” drew them daily into her orbit of sisterly solidarity.
We should ask the Lord to bless those who care for the administrative needs of the Church. Their ministry is an essential part of the Church’s life.
Jesus is not asking for passivity from the Sanhedrin. He wants acceptance. He wants to be recognized as Messiah. He wants full commitment from us too.
You are cordially invited to a birthday party!
When: Pentecost
Where: Your Parish
Why: To Celebrate the Church’s Birthday
Are you confused by this invitation? Did you know that the feast of Pentecost is often referred to as the birthday of the Church? It is called that because Pentecost is when the apostles went out among the people and began spreading Jesus’ message, thus establishing the beginning of the Church.
If Jesus is Lord he has the right to demand whatever he sees fit from friends or enemies. Does Jesus make demands on me?
St. Francis lived the spirituality of subtraction. He let go not only of his property, but also of his status, his pride, his ambition, his ego, and his need to be right.
Even while the world is at a standstill, our minds can race. But it’s in the quieter moments where we find the space to breathe—and pray.
Jesus reassures the disciples that he is the one they knew before the crucifixion. He’s not a ghost; he is truly alive. And he shares a meal with his friends to prove it.
