by Greg Beben | Mar 21, 2026 | Meditations
When he created us, God’s intention was always that we may share in his life and glory for all eternity in Heaven. The Book of Wisdom makes this clear: “God did not make death, nor does he rejoice in the destruction of the living” (Wis 1:13). The cause of death is...
by Greg Beben | Mar 14, 2026 | Meditations
Just a few months ago, we were celebrating the joyous season of Christmas. We filled our homes and even the streets with decorations which helped set the mood and filled our hearts with gladness. No one could have missed seeing Nativity scenes. They were everywhere –...
by Greg Beben | Mar 7, 2026 | Meditations
The adult human body is made up of approximately 60% water. Studies show that we can survive for about three weeks without food, but we cannot survive for more than three or four days without water. Water is so important to us that we need to replenish it often. There...
by Greg Beben | Feb 28, 2026 | Meditations
In our Lenten journey, we are traveling towards the glorious celebration of Easter, where we will rejoice in the complete victory of Jesus over sin and death. Our life itself is a journey, and our destination is also a glorious one: perfect fulfillment in union with...
by Greg Beben | Feb 21, 2026 | Meditations
Last Wednesday, we began the Season of Lent with fasting and the imposition of ashes. Today’s Gospel gives us some of the theology behind this Holy Season. “By the solemn forty days of Lent the Church unites herself each year to the mystery of Jesus in the desert”...