by Fr. Jim Scullion OFM | Feb 29, 2024 | Friar Reflection
Today’s readings are all about trust. Whom or what do we and should we trust? The first reading from the prophet Jeremiah challenges us to trust not in human beings but in the Lord. The prophet pictures those who trust in the Lord as trees, “planted beside the...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Feb 28, 2024 | Friar Reflection
I am a bit troubled by today’s readings. The gospel is this uncomfortable sequence in which Jesus, for the third time, has told his disciples “Son of Man will be handed over to the chief priests and the scribes, and they will condemn him to death, and hand him over to...
by Fr. Chris Dunn OFM | Feb 27, 2024 | Friar Reflection
Jesus gives a tremendous condemnation to the religious leader of the times. He recognizes what they teach as important but faults them on their lifestyle. They make themselves important through outwards signs of distinction and at the same time do not live the life...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Feb 26, 2024 | Friar Reflection
What did you take away from today’s readings? Before reading on, take a moment. Click on the link and peruse the readings for today. What are the one or two notions or ideas that stand out for you? We’ll wait… The first reading is largely a confession of sin, a lament...
by Fr. Jim Scullion OFM | Feb 24, 2024 | Friar Reflection, From the Pastor
This past Ash Wednesday all were welcomed to receive ashes since all of us are both saints and sinners. As we receive ashes Jesus invites us to “Repent and believe in the Gospel,” or “Turn and put our faith and trust in God.” Before Jesus issues this invitation he...
