by Fr. Jim Scullion OFM | Dec 30, 2022 | Friar Reflection
Today is the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Today’s Gospel tells the story of the visit of the “outsiders,” the Magi, to the holy family. While the holy family was not your typical family, they were a real family that experienced all the joys...
by Fr. Jim Scullion OFM | Dec 26, 2022 | Friar Reflection
How quickly things change! Yesterday we celebrated the birth of Jesus and today we celebrate St. Stephen, the first Christian martyr. The Greek word “martyr” means a witness. So, anyone who witnesses to the faith is a martyr. Sometimes this witnessing is to the...
by Fr. Jim Scullion OFM | Dec 19, 2022 | Friar Reflection
Today’s Gospel presents us with two holy and righteous Jews, the priest Zechariah and his wife Elizabeth. Luke describes their holiness: “Both were righteous in the eyes of God, observing all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blamelessly.” Luke will later...
by Fr. Jim Scullion OFM | Dec 15, 2022 | Friar Reflection
Did John the Baptist fully understand Jesus? In today’s Gospel Jesus describes John as a prophet and more than a prophet. Jesus quotes Scripture to describe him: “Behold, I am sending my messenger ahead of you, he will prepare your way before you.” Yet it seems...
by Fr. Jim Scullion OFM | Dec 13, 2022 | Friar Reflection
In today’s Gospel Jesus takes an example from everyday family life: “A man had two sons…”. One son started in disobedience, “I will not,” but ended in obedience, “afterwards he changed his mind and went.” The other son right away answered, “Yes, Father,” but never...
