Do not work for food that perishes but for the food that endures for eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. (John 6:27) In what ways do I work for food that perishes? For what am I working? Does it result in any …

Yesterday I spent some time sitting on my patio enjoying the view and the smells of spring.  In this part of the world, the fruit trees are in blossom and some flowers are already blooming.  Even so, some have already presented their colors and …

Our First Reading today (Acts 6:1‑7) likely describes the Christian community sometime after our readings of this past week.  The Church was experiencing significant growth and as the community grew, so did the problems that had to be addressed.  And a new language was …

An old man goes to a local diner every day for lunch. He always orders the soup du jour. One day the old man asks for a little more bread. So the next day the manager tells the waitress to give him four slices …

I would like to picture myself as one who exudes a loving peace and calm, leading a constant interior prayer life and always connected in some mystical way with the Holy Spirit.  But I am not like that. Instead, I am a more “high …

Ever since Easter, the first readings at Mass have been taken from the Acts of the Apostles.  The Acts of the Apostles is the second volume of Luke’s comprehensive presentation of the Gospel. For Luke, the account of God’s saving work in Jesus Christ …

This week we hear the story of Jesus’ interaction with Nicodemus (John 3:1-15).   Nicodemus is one of the few Pharisees who is sympathetic to Jesus and His teachings. In fact, Nicodemus so admires Jesus that he becomes Christ’s secret follower.  Nicodemus finds compelling …

This week, the readings at Mass remind us of God’s presence in our midst and within our lives.  We are called to put our trust and faith in Him, especially during difficult and challenging moments. We are reminded that we have truly become God’s …

In the Roman Catholic Church, Easter has always been a celebration of the great love that God has for His creation. This great love was shown when the Divine Son became incarnate and dwelt among us, sharing in our lot, showing us the way …

Easter has come! Jesus is risen! In today’s Gospel reading (Mark 16:9‑15), Mary Magdalene excitedly brings the news that she has seen Jesus, but no one will share in her excitement. No one believes her. How disappointing that must have been to have such good …