Jesus was talking to his disciples about the coming of the Son of Man. Jesus said, “About the day or hour when these things will happen, no one knows. Neither the angels in heaven nor even the Son, only the Father.” Mark 13.32 Why is the gospel ambiguous about when the world will end? To […]
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“It’s Time,” Imagine Dragons, Continued Silence, Interscope Gospel Reflection for November 18, 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time: Jesus tells us in Sunday’s gospel that no matter what disasters or upheavals occur, his truth will remain the same. Even though the world has changed in so many ways since Jesus lived, died, and was raised up,
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Jesus was teaching in the temple and spoke out against the scribes being showy in their faith, looking for status. Jesus said, “I want you to observe that this poor widow gave more to the treasury than all the others. They gave from their loose change what they could spare. But she in her poverty
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http://youtu.be/IE6x8jhn97E “Love be Your Mantra,” Future of Forestry, Young Man Follow, Credential Recordings Gospel Reflection for November 11, 2012, 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time: Sunday’s gospel shows us that Jesus asks for our very best, even though it is very different for each person. A widow’s gift to the temple is small compared to those
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One of the scribes asked Jesus which was the greatest of all the commandments. Jesus answered, “The greatest of all the commandments is ‘Hear, O Israel! The Lord your God is Lord alone. Therefore, love the Lord your God with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.’ The second is,
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“Dark Side,” Kelly Clarkson, Stronger, 19 Recordings Limited Gospel Reflection for November 4th, 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time: The great commandment to love God and to love our neighbors as ourselves seems simple enough, but we know that it can be much harder than it sounds. “Everybody’s got a dark side,” Kelly Clarkson sings. Sometimes
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Jesus asked Bartimaeus, “What do you want me to do for you?” “Teacher, I want to see again,” Bartimaeus answered. “Go,” said Jesus. “Your faith has made you well.” At once Bartimaeus was able to see and followed Jesus up the road. Mark 10.51-52 Sunday’s gospel portrays the blind beggar Bartimaeus as an ideal disciple.
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Gospel Reflection for October 28th, 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time: Sunday’s gospel recounts Jesus healing a blind beggar who asks for his help and shows faith in him. The man leaves begging behind and follows Jesus. Entering into a relationship with Jesus can change a person’s life in a major way. Jesus calls us to
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“I Found You,” Alabama Shakes, Boys and Girls, Rough Trade Records Gospel Reflection for October 21st, 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time: St. Francis of Assisi is often quotes as saying, “Preach the gospel at all times; use words when necessary.” Instead of displays of power, Jesus tells his disciples that service to one another is
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Jesus said, “For the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life a ransom for many.” Mark 10.45 Jesus calls his disciples together when he hears the rest complaining about James and John seeking status. He defines himself as one who serves, who gives his life to
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