Using Bad Consequences
All of us have said words and made choices we regret. But we can use them to move to a better place.
Homilies
The First and the Last
The parable of the workers in the vineyard tells us something about a national policy on immigration.
Windstorms and Violins
Life is difficult! The hope that comes from the Gospel is this: that which is difficult can also be good.
The Day Jesus Was Wrong
In his humanity with its limitations, Jesus makes the wrong decision in dealing with the Canaanite woman.
Why Walk on Water?
It is frightening to cling to a little boat in the midst of the storm. But isn’t stepping out of that boat onto the waves complete madness?
Searching for Pearls
The scandal of Jesus’ parable of the pearl of great price is that God is the merchant, and God is searching for us.
The Non-Violent Farmer
To absorb the attack, to deflect the insult is not a sign of weakness. It is the way of Christ.
What God Is Not
God is not anything which keeps you from God. Any image of God which alienates us from God is wrong.
Going In and Out
Christ, our good shepherd, both leads us in and leads us out. He gives us security, and he calls us to serve.
Three Words for Easter
If we examine three words from the Easter gospel, the deepest meaning of the feast will emerge.
Goodness in Temptation
Why would the Spirit of God lead Jesus into temptation? Perhaps there is something in temptation that can lead to our growth.
Teaching the Commandments
Jesus does only does ask us to follow God’s commandments. He asks us to teach others to do the same.