Every tree is known by its own fruit.

COMMON OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY Every tree is known by its own fruit. In today’s Gospel, Jesus uses two images for discipleship: a fruitful tree and a house built upon rock. Just as trees bear fruit consistent with their kind, disciples bear fruit in deeds that...

Run so as to win.

SAINT PETER CLAVER, PRIEST (MEMORIAL) Run so as to win. At the sound of the whistle, the runners are off like a shot. As they race down the road, one runner takes a commanding lead. He has terrific focus and is obviously well trained. The crowd hasn’t seen anything...

Do not be afraid to take Mary your wife into your home.

THE NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY (FEAST) Do not be afraid to take Mary your wife into your home.  Have you ever had the experience of someone quietly (or not so quietly) distancing himself from you because of your faith? Perhaps an adult child says you are “too...

Rejoice and leap for joy on that day!

23RD WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Rejoice and leap for joy on that day!  When was the last time you threw a party? Perhaps it was when your child graduated from high school, at the birth of a new baby, or when a favorite cousin came to town. Those are all fine, positive...

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