Christmas is a time of gift-giving, merry-making, family, and friends. It’s also a time frazzled nerves, fatigue, and stress. In all the rushing back and forth, it can be difficult to remember that Christmas is ultimately a time when we recognize all what we already have and the people in our life. We don’t have […]
Sunday Readings: Zephaniah 3.14-18; Philippians 4.4-7; Luke 3.10-18 Crowds of people came to hear John the Baptist and seek the baptism of repentance he proclaimed. Crowds asked, “John, what should we do?” John answered: “Let people with two coats give to people who have none. People who have lots of food should do the same.” Tax
Gospel Reflection for December 12, 2021 – 3rd Sunday of Advent Read More »
This week’s Spirit begins with a girl feeling how unfair life always is: she didn’t have enough toys as a child, not enough new clothes now. Everyone else has more than she does. Then she helps her brother out at a food kitchen in a poorer neighborhood and realizes that her hardships are minimal compared
Music and the Gospel: “Sound and Color,” Alabama Shakes – 3rd Sunday of Advent Read More »
Sunday Readings: Baruch 5.1-9; Philippians 1.4-6, 8-11; Luke 3.1-6 John the Baptist went about the whole region around the Jordan River preaching. “Turn away from your sins and be baptized. If you repent, God will forgive you.” When people heard John, they remembered what was written in the book of the prophet Isaiah. “A herald’s voice in
Gospel Reflection for December 5, 2021 – 2nd Sunday of Advent Read More »
Sunday Readings: Jeremiah 33.14-16 1 Thessalonians 3.12—4.2 Luke 21.25-28, 34-36 “People will die of fright when they anticipate what is coming upon the earth. The powers of the heavens will be shaken. Then people will see the Son of Man coming on a cloud with great power and glory. When these things happen, stand straight and
Gospel Reflection for November 27, 2021 – 1st Sunday of Advent Read More »
This week’s SPIRIT is about walking a mile in another person’s shoes. Every year, the students of St. Paul High School walk 26 miles to raise money for a local soup kitchen. They walk through different communities and meet new people, wealthy and poor. Their journey also gives the students time to reflect and change their
Music and The Gospel: “Rescue,” Lauren Daigle Read More »
This week’s SPIRIT explores the message and values of Pope Francis. He believes in creating a compassionate and merciful world, one that embraces social justice initiatives regarding climate change and poverty. He is also listening to the voices of young people as they share their concerns for their communities and the world at large. The
Music and The Gospel: “Cover the Earth,” Cody Carnes and Kari Jobe Read More »
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 »