by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Nov 30, 2020 | Friar Reflection
Today is the feast of St. Andrew, the one named the Prōtoklētos – or “first called.” Andrew is so designated because as it tells us in the Gospel of John (John 1:35–42) Andrew was a disciple of John the Baptist, whose testimony first led him to follow Jesus. Andrew at...
by Fr. Jim Scullion OFM | Nov 26, 2020 | Friar Reflection
Happy Thanksgiving! Today is a day for us to give thanks. The word Eucharist comes for the Greek word, euchariston, “to give thanks.” Every time we celebrate the Eucharist we give thanks to God. Paul’s prayer in today’s second reading is also my prayer for all of you:...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Nov 26, 2020 | Friar Reflection
The readings for today are ominous and foreboding to say the least. It is the time in the liturgical cycle when such are the nature of the readings. For women and men of a certain age, we think about our lives, our faith, and our bucket lists. I remember about 4 or 5...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Nov 26, 2020 | Friar Reflection
Today is the Memorial of Saint Andrew Dung-Lac, Priest, and Companions, Martyrs. In Jesus’ day there was one thing that dominated the skyline of Jerusalem – the Temple – easily seen from across the way on the Mount of Olives, hovering over the Old City, and visible...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Nov 26, 2020 | Friar Reflection
“To one he gave five talents; to another, two; to a third, one – each according to his abilities.” Let me paraphrase the opening of our gospel to make a point or two. “A man going on a journey call in his servants and handed over to them his possessions. To one...
