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Earthen Vessels

Earthen Vessels

“But we hold this treasure in earthen vessels, that the surpassing power may be of God and not from us.” 2 Cor 4:7 St. Paul speaks with remarkable honesty about the fragile condition of human life and discipleship. We are, he says, like jars of clay, earthen...
Parables

Parables

In today’s Gospel Jesus speaks about the purpose of parables.  Jesus often teaches using parables or stories taken from daily life such as the farmer sowing, or the story of the growth of a mustard seed.  When his disciples ask him why he speaks in parables he...
Mana – God Provides

Mana – God Provides

The history of the Exodus of Israel from slavery in Egypt and its journey through the desert to the promised land is not just a story of a time long ago. It is our story, our living story of salvation history. We are right in the middle of that story. Above all we see...
Apostolorum Apostola

Apostolorum Apostola

Today is the Feast of St. Mary Magdalene and the reading is from the Gospel of John. The scene in the garden after the Resurrection is not Mary’s first appearance in Scripture. Did you know that Mary Magdalene is mentioned 12 times in the gospels, more than most of...
Whose Will?

Whose Will?

What is the basis of your relationship with God? Are you looking for some personal benefit in life through your relationship with God? Is your relationship with God based on bending reality or even God to your expectations and desires? Are you looking to be impressed...