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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“Gold On The Ceiling,” The Black Keys, El Camino, Nonesuch Records Gospel Reflection for October 14th, 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time: Spending our energy protecting fame, wealth, or material possessions can distract us from the people and experiences that are truly important. Jesus tries to help the rich young man in Sunday’s gospel understand that,
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Jesus said, “How hard for those trusting riches to enter the kingdom of God.” Mark 10.24 In his lifetime, Jesus was an itinerant preacher, who possessed no belongings and owned no home. Jesus sent his disciples out in the same way—with no food, money, bags, or second tunic. Christians for whom Mark writes in A.D.
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Some Pharisees ask Jesus if the Law allows for a man to divorce his wife. Jesus said, “But from the beginning of creation, God made them male and female, and for this reason men and women leave their fathers and mothers and the two become one. They are no longer two but one. Let no
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“I Won’t Give Up,” Jason Mraz, Love is a Four Letter Word, Atlantic Records Gospel Reflection for October 7, 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time: Jesus’ words about divorce can be difficult to understand for those of us who have experienced divorces in our families. As we explore what this means to us today, we know
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