Jesus teaches the Sadducees that all are alive in God, which assures us those we love who have gone before us are safe. The song “Safe and Sound” celebrates a relationship that can stay strong through mystery and even beyond death. Key Lines: I could show you love / In a tidal wave of mystery […]
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When Jesus befriends Zacchaeus, he doesn’t care about the reactions from other people. In this Sunday’s gospel both Zacchaeus and Jesus show qualities of true friends – not caring about appearances or other people’s opinions, taking care of each other, and reaching out when in need. The song “Gone, Gone, Gone” is about the way
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Jesus emphasizes humility in Sunday’s gospel. He holds the sinner who asks God for forgiveness more justified than the Pharisee who wants God to appreciate how pious he is. The song, “You and Me (But Mostly Me)” is a tongue in cheek look at two young missionaries setting out with one taking the lead and
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In this Sunday’s gospel, Jesus tells his disciples about a widow who refuses to give up until she receives the justice she deserves. Jesus’ story shows us that God will not abandon us in our struggles. For all of us, persisting through the challenges we face is not easy, but it is almost always worth
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“Lego House” by Ed Sheeran The miracle of Jesus healing ten people with leprosy in Sunday’s gospel gives us an example of God’s love for all people and in a special way for those whom society rejects. The one man who returns to thank Jesus also teaches us an important lesson: we must participate in
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“Brave” by Sara Bareilles Music Xtra for October 6, 2013: The disciples want Jesus to increase their faith. Jesus tells them that faith the size of a mustard seed can uproot trees and transplant them in the sea. Even a little faith can have huge results. Faith in your ability to do the right thing
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Gospel Reflection for April 28, 5th Sunday of Easter: “Love one another as I have loved you.” Jesus makes this his new commandment. Loving others the way Jesus loves us sounds simple but gets challenging when we face people who are hard to love or who reject love because they don’t feel worthy of it.
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Gospel Reflection for April 21, 4th Sunday of Easter: Jesus refers to himself as a shepherd in Sunday’s gospel, describing his loving care for his followers. Jesus’ promise is that his love and protection will reach even beyond death. “Home” is about how love like Jesus’ can help us feel safe and protected, even when
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http://youtu.be/OHkvan-NFnM Gospel Reflection for March 31/April 7, Easter Sunday/2nd Sunday of Easter: For Jesus’ friends the time after his death and resurrection is a confusing and frightening time. Jesus’ tomb is empty. His disciples do not understand God has raised Jesus from the dead; they do not expect his resurrection and return to them. In
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http://youtu.be/cUoZN4cpfmM Gospel Reflection for March 24, Palm/Passion Sunday: Reflecting on the suffering and death of Jesus can be very difficult, especially when we remember that Jesus suffered and died out of love for others. Even when he was alone and felt abandoned, Jesus continued to bring forgiveness to those around him. The song “Learn Me
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