Easter-The power of the Love of God! Because of the resurrection we know that the very light that surrounds us is a sign of God’s love constantly filling our lives with mercy, compassion and grace. We believe that Jesus gave his … Continued
Riding into Jerusalem that day was a truly courageous act by Jesus – a Galilean peasant riding a donkey as a sign of non-violent resistance toward a confrontation that could only end with his brutal torture and execution. Jesus suffers, … Continued
Our Gospel lesson for today suggests that God has changed everything. Through Jesus, through his birth, his life, his teaching, and through his dying and rising to new life, God has changed everything. Jesus says it this way, “I, when … Continued
The truth is that God has loved us, does love us and will love us with the same intensity that sent Jesus to the cross. It is not that we are so lovable, but that God is love. Loving is … Continued
The temple leaders ask the obvious question to Jesus, “By what authority do you do this? Who do you think you are?” Jesus’ answer sheds light on this lesson and something that we need to hear. The authorities essentially ask … Continued
Each time we make ourselves vulnerable to the needs of those around us, each time we give ourselves in love to another, each time we get out of our own way and not look for what we want but what … Continued
One of the challenges of the spiritual life is for us to open our hearts to that presence that is surrounding us with love and life. That’s not an easy thing to do! It’s hard enough to open your heart … Continued
It wasn’t until Peter, James, and John, came face to face with the still-glowing presence of Jesus that they were reminded that Jesus’ future glory shines into each moment of life no matter what the situation is. Jesus’ presence alone … Continued
After having many people come to Jesus to be healed, he needed to rest. Mark’s narrative wastes no time getting to the heart of the action. Before the first chapter is up, Jesus has taught with authority, exorcized an unclean … Continued
We live in an age that questions most forms of authority. Many are skeptical. Survival mode has taken hold. We wonder what the future holds. We want to build walls and draw lines to separate and divide, to protect ourselves. But … Continued