by Greg Beben | Jun 24, 2017 | Meditations
In today’s readings, the Lord acknowledges that we face difficulties – opposition, insult, persecution – but at the same time, he encourages us not to be afraid of them. Jesus, who so often in his public ministry told people not to be afraid, gives this same message...
by Greg Beben | Jan 10, 2017 | Seasonal Introductions
Beginning today, the day after the Baptism of the Lord, until Tuesday before Ash Wednesday (January 9 – February 28), we enter into the first part of what is called Ordinary Time. In Advent we pondered the dark, chaotic condition of man before the birth of Jesus....
by Greg Beben | Nov 19, 2016 | Meditations
This year the Solemnity of Christ the King marks both the end of the Liturgical Year and the conclusion of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy. It invites us to reflect on how a powerful and glorious King can be at the same time a King of Mercy. Today’s liturgy shows...
by Greg Beben | Jul 30, 2016 | Meditations
Jesus’ conclusion to the parable of the “rich fool” sums up the central message of today’s readings. He compares two ways in which we might strive to “grow rich.” One is to grow rich for ourselves, a path which the Bible exposes as deceptive and empty. The other way...
by Greg Beben | Jun 11, 2016 | Meditations
Today’s readings give us another opportunity to rejoice in the mercy of God, the divine “force” which sets us free from the trap of sin and restores us to wholeness. Sin does not look like a trap when we are being tempted. Temptation is effective...
