September 20, 2026 Isaiah 55:6-9, Psalm 145, Philippians 1:20c-24, 27a, Matthew 20:1-16a To me life is Christ, and death is gain   Near-death experiences* (NDE’s) can have a dramatic effect on the way people live for the rest of their lives. Some people experience the surprise of seeing themselves through Jesus’

September 13, 2026 Sirach 27:30-28:7, Psalm 103, Roma1-35ns 14:7-9, Matthew 18:2 The Lord is kind and merciful, slow to anger and rich in compassion.    Dear friends, you likely have this image somewhere in your memory:  a child eagerly reaches for as many colorful candies as possible from a jar. 

Exodus 19:2-6a, Psalm 100, Romans 5:6-11, Matthew 9:36-10:8 If you hearken to my voice and keep my covenant, you shall be my special possession, dearer to me than all other people…   The readings today acclaim the tender and limitless love of God. The Lord reassured Moses during His people’s

May 31, 2026 Reflection on The Most Holy Trinity Solemnity Exodus 34: 4b-6, 8-9; Psalm (Daniel 3); 2 Corinthians 13:11-13; John 3:16-18   God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through him. Why are people so fascinated

May 24, 2026 Acts 2:1-11; Psalm 104; 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7,12-13; Matthew 28:16-20 Suddenly there came from the sky a noise like strong driving wind Early one Sunday morning some years ago, I was awakened by a sound like very heavy breathing outside of the room in the convent where I

Easter Sunday  April 5, 2026  He is Risen! Easter Sunday is the triumph of life over death, light over darkness, hope over despair. The tomb is empty—love has won. Meaning:  Easter Sunday is also known as the  “Sunday of the Resurrection” Scripture:  First Reading: Acts 10:34a, 37-43 Second Reading: Colossians

Holy Saturday  April 4, 2026  On Holy Saturday, the world waits in stillness. Christ lies in the tomb. Hope seems hidden—but not lost. Meaning:  Holy Saturday, or “Holy Sabbath” — the day of waiting in the tomb Scripture:  Reading One: Genesis 1:1-2:2 Reading Two: Genesis 22:1-18 Reading Three: Exodus 14:15-15:1

Good Friday  April 3, 2026 Good Friday is the day of the Cross. Jesus gives everything— His body, His blood, His life—for love of us. Meaning: The Friday of Holy Week is known as Good Friday, or “Friday of the Passion of the Lord.”  Scripture:  First Reading: Isaiah 52:13-53:12 Second

Holy Thursday  Tonight, we enter the heart of the Triduum. Holy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper, the institution of the Eucharist, and Jesus washing the disciples’ feet. Meaning: Holy Thursday has also been known as “Maundy Thursday” or “Commandment Thursday” (Maundy from mandatum, meaning “command”)—referring to Jesus’ command to love