On faith, prayer, and the quiet journey of the spiritual life.
Today's Gospel presents us with one of Jesus's most challenging parables: the story of the dishonest steward. At first glance, it seems troubling that Jesus would commend someone who acts fraudulently. But like many of Christ's parables, the surface story conceals a deeper spiritual truth. The...
Read reflectionToday's gospel reading from Luke 15:1-10 offers us two of the most comforting parables Jesus ever told: the Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin. These stories emerge from a moment of criticism, as the Pharisees and scribes ...
Read more →Today's Gospel presents us with one of Jesus's most challenging teachings. As great crowds followed Him, Jesus turned and spoke words that must have stopped many in their tracks. He didn't soften His message to attra...
Read more →In today's gospel reading, Jesus shares a parable that cuts to the heart of our relationship with God. A man prepares a great banquet and sends out invitations to many guests. Everything is ready. The table is set, t...
Read more →In today's Gospel reading, Jesus shares a radical teaching about hospitality that challenges our natural instincts. While dining at the home of a leading Pharisee, He offers advice that turns social conventions upsid...
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