Gospels

Martha and Mary

Martha and Mary: Jesus Loves Them Both

Martha and Mary’s handling of Jesus’ visit has much to teach us in our own time.

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person holding a box over their head not being able to see in front of them.

Freedom in God

How blind are we to many of the situations around us? Are we too caught up in our own little worlds?
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Notes from a Friar: The Book of Proverbs

The Book of Proverbs, which was written about 400 years before the birth of Jesus, covers only 32 pages in the Bible.
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Wheat in a field

The Rich Man and His Harvest: A Gospel Parable

There are 18 parables in the Gospel of Luke. One of the shortest ones contains one of the most powerful messages.
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The Simple Truths of the Gospel

The four gospels are so simple and plain in their teaching that they can be read by anyone.
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Gospel of Luke

God’s Great Reversal: Key to the Gospel of Luke

The Gospel of Luke, read at Mass on most Sundays this year, affirms that God values each of us regardless of age, wealth, health or gender.
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Saint Paul and Women: A Mixed Record

Two biblical sources give us glimpses of Paul in relation to women: Saint Paul’s own letters and the Acts of the Apostles. As a means of discovering Paul’s thinking, the letters are, of course, the primary source.
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