November 17: Jesus’s presence in adversity

November 17: Jesus’s presence in adversity

Provoke each other to love November begins with All Saints Day and ends in or near Advent, when we anticipate Christ’s coming again. It is fitting, then, that the readings today tell of the final resurrection and the end time. In the turmoil of hope, fear, and...
November 10: The model of generosity

November 10: The model of generosity

Giving with trust Widows are visible everywhere in today’s readings. Jesus denounces those scribes who pray impressive prayers but devour widows’ houses. He commends the poor widow who in his view gave far more than the major donors. Jesus doesn’t see her simply as an...