4th Sunday after Pentecost – Live-Stream Link – June 25, 2023
INTRODUCTIONGod does not promise that the path of the disciple will be easy. Jeremiah feels the pain of rejection from those who do not want
INTRODUCTIONGod does not promise that the path of the disciple will be easy. Jeremiah feels the pain of rejection from those who do not want
Happy Father’s Day to all those special people who have helped us reach for the stars. INTRODUCTIONMoses tells the Israelites that they are called to
INTRODUCTIONThough Jesus was a devout Jew who practiced his faith, he was criticized for eating with tax collectors and sinners—the religiously nonobservant. Jesus criticizes the
INTRODUCTION Though the word trinity is not found in the scriptures, today’s second reading includes the apostolic greeting that begins the liturgy: The grace of
INTRODUCTIONPentecost derives its name from the Jewish festival celebrating the harvest and the giving of the law on Mount Sinai fifty days after Passover. Fifty
INTRODUCTIONIn these days between Ascension and Pentecost, we gather with the disciples in the upper room, waiting for the Spirit to transform the church around
Happy Mother’s Day to all those special people who have helped shape our lives. INTRODUCTION Jesus does not abandon his followers. Through the Holy Spirit,
INTRODUCTIONAs we continue to celebrate the fifty days of Easter, today’s gospel includes Jesus’ promise that he goes to prepare a place for his followers
INTRODUCTION Today is sometimes called “Good Shepherd Sunday.” Jesus is called the “gate” of the sheep in today’s gospel. The risen Christ opens the way
INTRODUCTION Today’s gospel begins with two disciples walking to Emmaus, overcome with sadness, loss, and disappointment. They had hoped Jesus, who was crucified, would be