It is human nature to accumulate a lot of "stuff" in our lives, even if we don't try to be hoarders. How then are we to follow Jesus' call to give it all up to be his disciple? More ... Thursday, September 02, 2010
Humility is one of those great virtues that it is hard to define but we know it when we see it. Unfortunately, we recognize it, not because it is common but because it is rare. As I write this with the television on for a little bit of background noise, there is a nationally known politician pontificating, not about an issue of national concern, but about himself. More ... Friday, August 27, 2010
Jesus reminds us that the Gospel is not an easy recipe for gaining personal wealth and success, it is a difficult path for those who wish to enter the "narrow gate" of heaven. More ... Thursday, August 19, 2010
The Feast of the Assumption gives us an opportunity to look at Mary's role in the Church and to gain an understanding of just why she is such an important figure in our faith - both historically and today. More ... Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Jesus give us a clear warning against the dangers of slipping into a sense of complacency in light of the seemingly endless amount of time that we have ahead of us. More ... Friday, August 06, 2010
Especially in the lean economic times that we've been facing, it can be very difficult to stop worrying about the size of our bank accounts on earth and put more focus on storing up the blessings waiting for us in heaven. More ... Wednesday, July 28, 2010
We can easily get caught up in being a detail-oriented perfectionist like Martha, although sometimes it is better to put aside the minor details, like Mary, in favor of paying attention to the ones we must serve. More ... Wednesday, July 14, 2010
