July 9 – Christ’s invitation to share our load

July 9 – Christ’s invitation to share our load

The mystery of God’s ways The mystery of God’s ways is sometimes hidden from the wise and intelligent. Jesus associates with those often excluded from the religious community. Like Paul, we struggle with our own selfish desires and seek God’s mercy and...
July 2 – Welcoming Christ – in all faces

July 2 – Welcoming Christ – in all faces

Sent to serve Christ in the least of these The welcome of baptism is for all God’s children. This baptismal gift sets us free from the power of sin and death. In today’s gospel, Christ promises that the disciple who gives a cup of cold water to the little ones serves...
June 25 – God values each creature

June 25 – God values each creature

Sent to share Good News supported by God’s love God does not promise that the path of the disciple will be easy. Jeremiah feels the pain of rejection from those who do not want to hear what he has to say. Jesus declares that his words may bring stark division....
June 18 – Anointed for Ministry

June 18 – Anointed for Ministry

Sending the disciples out as laborers in the field  Moses tells the Israelites that they are called to be a priestly kingdom and a holy people. Jesus sends out the disciples as laborers into the harvest. In baptism we too are anointed for ministry, sharing God’s...