For Israel the feast of Pentecost finds its origin in early agricultural festivals. At the beginning of the grain harvest the first sheaf of newly cut barley was offered. On …
Radical Freedom
Today’s first reading, from the Acts of the Apostles, speaks of Radical Freedom. Paul had been preaching the Good News, and was handed over to the Romans by the Jews. …
Follow me, the Spirit says
The gospel of John is read at Mass these last days before the Feast of Pentecost. We’re brought to the Sea of Galilee where the Lord first called Peter and …
Welcome Home to the Center of the World
Throughout the Easter season, we have been reading daily excerpts from the Acts of the Apostles. Now we are only a few days away from celebrating the Feast of Pentecost, …
The Prayer of Jesus
Click here for today’s Scripture readings. ACTS 20:28-38 JN 17:11B-19 We live in a world in which there is evil. One needs only to listen to a radio or TV …
Do You Believe Now?
When I read this gospel passage, the words that sprang out at me were Jesus’ question to his disciples; “Do you believe now?” It’s part of Jesus’ final conversation with …
Never Alone
In today’s Gospel, Jesus speaks of being left alone in the hour of his greatest need. This Gospel passage is another selection from the Farewell Discourse in the Gospel of …
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