Category Archives: Faith

The Spirit Of Christmas

Jesus said to the Jews: “John was a burning and shining lamp, and for a while you were content to rejoice in his light.” ~ John 5:35 Last night was the school Christmas party at Saint Clare. We were among the … Continue reading

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The Universe And The Christmas Story

Jesus said to the crowds: “John came neither eating nor drinking, and they said, ‘He is possessed by a demon.’ The Son of Man came eating and drinking and they said, ‘Look, he is a glutton and a drunkard, a … Continue reading

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Signs of the Times

Jesus told his disciples a parable. “Consider the fig tree and all the other trees. When their buds burst open, you see for yourselves and know that summer is now near; in the same way, when you see these things … Continue reading

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The End Times?

“When you hear of wars and insurrections, do not be terrified; for such things must happen first, but it will not immediately be the end.” ~ Luke 21:5-11 The liturgical year comes to an end this weekend. The calendar year … Continue reading

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Faith And Perseverance

“You will be hated by all because of my name, but not a hair on your head will be destroyed. By your perseverance you will secure your lives.” ~ Luke 21:5-19 The nights can be dark And they can be … Continue reading

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In His Time

Jesus said to his disciples, “Things that cause sin will inevitably occur, but woe to the one through whom they occur. It would be better for him if a millstone were put around his neck and he be thrown into … Continue reading

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The Paradox And The Conundrum

Jesus said to them, “And people will come from the east and the west and from the north and the south and will recline at table in the Kingdom of God. For behold, some are last who will be first, … Continue reading

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Setting The Earth On Fire

Jesus said to his disciples: “I have come to set the earth on fire, and how I wish it were already blazing! Do you think that I have come to establish peace on the earth? No, I tell you, but … Continue reading

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Signs

While still more people gathered in the crowd, Jesus said to them, “This generation is an evil generation; it seeks a sign, but no sign will be given it, except the sign of Jonah.” ~ Luke 11:29 I shall not … Continue reading

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Cleansing The World

Jesus said in reply, “Ten were cleansed, were they not? Where are the other nine? Has none but this foreigner returned to give thanks to God?” Then he said to him, “Stand up and go; your faith has saved you.” … Continue reading

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