by Greg Beben | Sep 13, 2025 | Meditations
One of the drawings of Fr. Francis Marino, the Founder of the Anawim Community, shows Jesus hanging on the Cross, with Mary and some of the disciples at the foot of the Cross. Around the image is this inscription: We will look upon him whom we have pierced, so that...
by Greg Beben | Sep 13, 2023 | Meditations
The New Testament is full of references to the Cross. The first mention of it is in Jesus’ instructions to the Twelve, where he makes a negative statement: “Whoever does not take up his cross and follow after me is not worthy of me” (Mt 10:38). A few chapters later,...
by Greg Beben | Sep 12, 2023 | Seasonal Introductions
Fr. Francis Marino, Founder of the Anawim Community, often spoke of how the Liturgy constantly teaches and forms us. This profound process of “liturgical formation” takes place not only through each day’s readings and prayers, but also through the orderly arrangement...
by Greg Beben | Sep 13, 2022 | Meditations
Today we celebrate the great Feast of The Exaltation of the Holy Cross. As we ponder the readings, we would benefit from setting a crucifix, or a picture of one, before us, to help us fix our minds on what we are really celebrating today. Jesus Christ, the Eternal Son...
by Greg Beben | Sep 13, 2021 | Meditations
In Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus summed up the way we are to live as his disciples, calling us all to deny ourselves, take up our cross and follow in his steps. Because the idea of “taking up our cross” can intimidate us, the Church gives us today’s great feast in order to...
