26th Sunday in Ordinary TimeAmo 6:1,4-71 Tim 6:11-16Lk 16:19-31 “Woe to those ensconced so snugly…” At first glance, this Sunday’s readings seem to once again contrast woe to the rich with blessed are the poor. The first reading from Amos warns those who live complacently and securely in their comforts, that their revelry will soon end. The Gospel... Continue Reading →
19 December, Thursday — What has He done for you lately?
19 December Jdg 13:2-7,24-25Lk 1:5-25 The Lord has done this for me. A roof over my head, good health, talent/charisms/gifts that are unique to me, a wonderful life companion, being able to serve in various ministries that help bring others to Him, family members who care…all this, and much more, the Lord has done for... Continue Reading →
3 December, Sunday — When was the last time you cried for someone else?
1st Sunday of Advent Isa 63:16-17, 64:1,3-81 Cor 1:3-9Mk 13:33-37 Why, Lord, leave us to stray from your ways and harden our hearts against fearing you? One Saturday morning, I was all alone in Nativity Church, in quiet prayer before a statue of the Sacred Heart. It was a dismal morning -- huge storm clouds were threatening -- and the inside... Continue Reading →
OXYGEN 