Sunday Readings: Daniel 7.13-14; Revelation 1.5-8; John 18.33-37 Pilate said to Jesus, “So, are you a king?” Jesus answered, “It is you who say I am a king. The reason I was born, the reason why I came into the world, is to testify to the truth. Anyone committed to the truth hears my voice.” – John […]
Gospel Reflection for November 21, 2021 – Feast of Christ the King Read More »
Scripture Readings: Daniel 12.1-3; Hebrews 10.11-14, 18 ;Mark 13.24-32 Jesus spoke to his disciples about the coming of the Son of Man. “In those days after trials of every kind, the sun will grow dark. The moon will have no light. The stars will fall from the sky, and the powers of heaven will be
Gospel Reflection for November 14, 2021 – 33rd Sunday Ordinary Time Read More »
In Sunday’s gospel Jesus identifies the two greatest commandments–to love God with all our hearts and minds and our neighbor as ourselves. All of us, regardless of circumstances, can live these basic commandments rather than stereotype, judge, and disrespect others. We have the capabilities to brighten someone’s day, help people, spread joy, and learn from
Music and the Gospel: “Love Song,” One Sonic Society ft. Elle Limebear Read More »
“Whoever among you wants to be first must serve the needs of all. The Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve.” This week’s SPIRIT focuses on service and the ways we can use our gifts to serve people who need our skills to help make our communities and the world a better
Music and the Gospel: “Once A Day,” Michael Franti, ft. Sona Rele & Supa Dups Read More »
A rich young man seems eager to follow Jesus until Jesus suggests that he give his money to the poor and come along with him and his other disciples. Teens are the young people Jesus asks to follow him today. These years are the time each of us starts to imagine adult life and recognize
Music and the Gospel: “Heart Wide Open,” Mack Brock Read More »
Sunday Readings: Deuteronomy 4.1-2, 6-8; James 1.17-18, 21-22,27; Mark 7.1-8,14-15, 21-23 Jesus called the crowd to him. “Listen to me, all of you, and understand. Nothing that enters into a person from outside can make a person impure; it is the things that come out that defile. It is from within, from the human heart, that
Gospel Reflection for August 29, 2021 – 21st Sunday Ordinary Time Read More »
What is better than a handwritten note in the morning mail! Our beautiful flower photos make just the cards for you to write to friends — and at a bargain, only $1.50 each. Then visit your local post office to stock up on Forever stamps before the price increase in August. With a supply of cards and
Be a friend. Write a note. Enclose it in beauty. Read More »
LEADER: As we celebrate July 4th, let us name and say aloud values and qualities we hope people of other nations see in us. LEADER: Loving God, we come to hear your word as both Christians and citizens. ALL: May we persist in seeking for the global human family what we want for our own families. LEADER: Our constitution
4TH OF JULY PRAYER Read More »
In honor of the Feast of Corpus Christi, the Body and Blood of Christ, we offer you a tiny retreat based on the feast’s Gospel. This retreat is especially for those on our email list who do not get Sunday by Sunday. Please feel free to pass the retreat on to a friend. To begin place
Celebrate the Body and Blood of Christ Read More »
Friends, family, people we date all influence us as we grow and mature. These relationships can be both positive and negative. They can challenge who we think we are and who we want to be. They can push us into mistakes and teach us how to be better people. More importantly, relationships can teach us
Music and the Gospel: “Meant To Be,” Bebe Rexha, ft. Florida Georgia Line Read More »