by Fr. Jim Scullion OFM | Apr 12, 2022 | Friar Reflection
In today’s Gospel we hear the final words that Jesus speaks to his followers as they recline at table for the Last Supper. Jesus tells his disciples that one of them will betray him: “Amen, amen, I say to you, one of you will betray me.” Moreover, Jesus announces...
by Fr. Chris Dunn OFM | Apr 11, 2022 | Friar Reflection
The closeness and the smell of death is overcome by the perfume of humility, profound thanksgiving, service and love. Today we begin Holy Week reflecting on the actions of Mary – not Mary the mother of Jesus nor Mary Magdalena. This is Mary of Bethany, the sister of...
by Fr. Chris Dunn OFM | Apr 8, 2022 | Friar Reflection
As Holy Week draws closer, Jeremiah speaks about being surrounded by violence, vengeance and traitorous friends and neighbors. Certainly, it would be difficult and disheartening to have to live in such a situation. I am sure it would quickly lead to paranoia,...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Apr 7, 2022 | Friar Reflection
And “what keeps you from the best.” Of course, the “best” is Jesus, right? Well… if that was just the “easy” or “expected” answer, it is a good answer, but not the best. I would suggest that a clue to the best answer is in the first reading: “I will maintain my...
by Fr. Chris Dunn OFM | Apr 6, 2022 | Friar Reflection
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego lived in the time of Israel’s exile and captivity in Babylon where all citizens were required to accept the religion imposed by the king. The three young men maintained their adherence to their faith in God and the practices outlined in...
