Aug 5, 2024 | Word Among Us
The Dedication of the Basilica of Saint Mary Major Five loaves and two fish are all we have here. Jesus had just learned that his cousin, John the Baptist, had been killed. So you can understand why he might want to withdraw “to a deserted place by himself” (Matthew...
Aug 3, 2024 | Word Among Us
Common of the Blessed Virgin Mary The king was distressed, but because of his oaths . . . , he had John beheaded. John the Baptist and Herod could not be more different. John was a man of God who relentlessly spoke uncomfortable truths, no matter what the cost. Herod...
Aug 2, 2024 | Word Among Us
Saint Eusebius of Vercelli, Bishop (Optional Memorial) Where did this man get such wisdom? The people of Nazareth knew Jesus. How could they not? He had grown up right in front of them. But when he returned there to preach and heal, his neighbors’ memories clashed...
Aug 1, 2024 | Word Among Us
Saint Alphonsus Liguori, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Like clay in the hand of the potter, so are you in my hand. God often gave Jeremiah vivid images to illustrate the messages he wanted his prophet to proclaim: almond trees and boiling kettles and wine flasks,...
Jul 31, 2024 | Word Among Us
Saint Ignatius of Loyola, Priest (Memorial) When he finds a pearl of great price, he goes and sells all that he has and buys it. In today’s Gospel, Jesus tells a parable comparing the kingdom of God to a precious pearl. He reminds us that God’s grace is so beautiful...
Jul 30, 2024 | Word Among Us
Saint Peter Chrysologus, Bishop and Doctor of the Church The righteous will shine like the sun in the Kingdom of their Father. Did you ever have some good news that you just had to share with someone else, only to be met with disinterest? Your excitement probably...
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