by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Mar 23, 2021 | Weekly-Email
This Sunday as part of our Palm Sunday celebration we will remember and proclaim Jesus’ entry into the city of Jerusalem, from the East. He came riding upon a donkey and was greeted by ordinary people of the city who shouted “Hosanna” – “save us” to the wandering...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Mar 23, 2021 | Weekly-Email
Now to the gate of my Jerusalem, The seething holy city of my heart, The savior comes. But will I welcome him? Oh crowds of easy feelings make a start; They raise their hands, get caught up in the singing, And think the battle won. Too soon they’ll find The challenge,...
by Fr. Jim Scullion OFM | Mar 22, 2021 | Friar Reflection
If there is a persistent fault or sin of us “religious people” it is our tendency not only to judge but to condemn, to marginalize, and to exclude. We see this fault in both of today’s readings and even the hypocrisy of those religious leaders who are judging and...
by Fr. Lalo Jara OFM | Mar 19, 2021 | Friar Reflection
Saint Joseph, in tune with Lent, transmits sobriety and depth, simplicity and silence, prayer and austerity. Years ago, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI said, “Let us be invaded by the silence of Saint Joseph.” We are so used to life surrounded by noise that we think it...
by Fr. Jim Scullion OFM | Mar 18, 2021 | Friar Reflection
How many signs do you need? How many witnesses will it take to convince you? Sometimes no matter how many signs or witnesses we refuse to accept the truth; we refuse to accept what is right before our eyes. Sadly, today people are quick to believe many conspiracy...
