Jesus’ comments in today’s Gospel reading were made at the time of his triumphal entry into Jerusalem just before his passion, death, and resurrection. He was surrounded by a large crowd of enthusiastic disciples who each saw him in their own way as a new prophet, a...
When I was in college I had my favorite hamburger chain. It had bigger burgers, more toppings and it was made to order. When I would come home every three years from Peru for vacation in the States, everyone knew that whoever picked me up at the airport had to take me...
The Acts of the Apostles is an astounding and inspiring testimony of faith of the first Christian community in Jerusalem. Today we look at St Stephen, the first martyr. His preaching was bold and direct. He calls the people to conversion. He points out to the people...
The Acts of the Apostles is an astounding and inspiring testimony of faith of the first Christian community in Jerusalem. The apostles moved from being terrified hidden disciples of Jesus just after his Passion and death on the Cross to public witnesses of the...
This second week of Easter time we are looking at the conversation between Nicodemus and Jesus in the readings from the Gospel. Nicodemus was a pharisee. He was well educated, respected, and had an important position in the community. He was an expert on religious...
