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Unprofitable Servants
Christ in the Gospel shows God’s mercy in an interesting, almost stern way. He tells us that our good actions do not deserve God’s gratitude to us, for they are...
How Jesus Reassured Me Over Coffee
I woke early for daily Mass, hoping that the weekly schedule also applied to Saturdays. It’d be so long since I prayed without distraction in Mass (toddlers can’t help it),...
Do the Work Now
Today, in the First Reading, we encounter Wisdom. Sophia. The images of Wisdom—a strong, beautiful, resplendent woman—have always appealed to me. But I’m not particularly wise. I spend a lot...
Friendships Deepen in Faith
God has filled our lives with a plethora of relationships. Take a moment to thank Him for your parents, siblings, extended family, boyfriend/fiancé/spouse, physical and spiritual children, teachers, coaches, coworkers,...
A Disciple to Everyone (Yes, Every One)
Today marks the feast of Pope Saint Leo the Great. As his title indicates, he has been much beloved by Catholics for centuries, and for good reason. A simple Google...
Body of Believers
There are times when the Scriptures are just so intriguing to me, where I just want to crawl inside them and know them from the inside. Today’s Second Reading from...
Practicing Christian Love Is Heavy
Let’s clear the air here a little. We start today’s readings with Saint Paul telling us that we owe nothing to others except to love each other. (Romans 13:8) Then...
Jesus: It's About the Relationship
I am a master procrastinator. And it’s not only the stuff I don’t want to do or deal with that I leave until the last minute; I’m late for good...
God's Love Is Big Enough for Me and You
When I was younger, I had a bad habit of comparing how my parents raised my younger sister to how they raised me. I was often quick to point out...
Nervous to Meet Christ After Death
When I imagine meeting Jesus after my death I know that I will be in the presence of His perfect love. I imagine Him cupping my face in His hand,...
Seen for Who We Really Are
Today in the Gospel, Jesus talks to us about humility. He tells us, "For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted."...
Prudential Judgment with God's Love Sprinkled on Top
In today's Gospel according to Saint Luke, Jesus dines in the home of one of the leading Pharisees. You and I both know this is going to end with an...
