Son of man, eat what is before you; eat this scroll, then go, speak to the house of Israel. So I opened my mouth and he gave me the scroll to eat. Son of man, he then said to me, feed your belly and fill your stomach with this scroll I am giving you. I ate it, and it was […]

Saint John Vianney For thus says the LORD: Incurable is your wound, grievous your bruise; there is none to plead your cause, no remedy for your running sore, no healing for you. All your lovers have forgotten you; they do not seek you. (Jeremiah 30:12-14) One of the sad truths about sin is the devastation […]

Let the prisoners’ sighing come before you; with your great power free those doomed to death. Then we, your people and the sheep of your pasture, will give thanks to you forever; through all generations, we will declare your praise. (Psalm 79:11) Today’s reading from the prophet Jeremiah reflects the pain and despair of God’s […]

When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and said, “Who then can be saved?” Jesus looked at them and said, “For men this is impossible, but for God all things are possible.” (Matthew 19:25-26) Today’s gospel focuses on the danger of riches to personal salvation. This teaching of Jesus goes against a belief prevalent in his […]

No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son wishes to reveal him. In today’s gospel, Jesus speaks of the “Father, Lord of heaven and earth.” And he speaks of their relationship. He indicates that only those who are “childlike” can […]

Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Take care you remain tranquil and do not fear; let not your courage fail. (Isaiah 7:4) Because of the way they are depicted in Scripture, Jewish kings are often identified with certain qualities, good or bad. David, who in his youth defeated the Philistines in a key battle, is remembered for his courage […]

At the sight of the crowds, his heart was moved with pity for them because they were troubled and abandoned, like sheep without a shepherd. (Matthew 9:36) One of the most appealing images of Jesus is that of a shepherd. Throughout the years, we have all heard (or preached) sermons on Jesus, the shepherd, and […]

Suddenly a violent storm came up on the sea, so that the boat was being swamped by waves; but he was asleep. They came and woke him, saying, “Lord, save us!  We are perishing!’ He said to them, “Why are you terrified, O you of little faith?” (Matthew 8:24-26) In the light of recent history, […]

Enter through the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the road broad that leads to destruction, and those who enter through it are many. How narrow the gate and constricted the road that leads to life. And those who find it are few. (Matthew 7:13-14) Modern living is about convenience and instantaneous gratification. […]