Reflection on Mark 4:21-25 ~ When we know with certainty that Jesus is calling us, we say, “Yes Lord, your servant is listening.” Other times we are surprised when we suddenly realize we did not notice repeatedly being called. It is not easy to discern or understands calls that are …
Reflection on Mark 3:31-35 ~ I used to think that my family consisted of my wife and children, a brother and sisters, other relatives, as well as all my in-laws. Then I began to understand that my family further rippled out to church friends, colleagues and those I knew in …
Reflection on Mark 16:15-18 ~ I have to keep reminding myself that there is an order to what Jesus ask of us. Believe, be baptized, and then go into the world to proclaim the Word. In our continuing belief, if we use Jesus’s name in faith and love there will …
Mark 3:13-19 Reflection ~ Has Jesus summoned you? Have you turned towards him in conversation? As you walk with Jesus, do you have certainty that He is walking with you? In faith, do you believe in the gift of His authority within you? Consider that after the Apostles moment of …
Reflection on Mark 3:7-12 ~ Jesus understands the limits of our humanity. For example, when we remember our yesterdays, many of those days were filled with uplifting glory. However, we are also in the world with days that are challenging, when we must withdraw in prayer and silence to wait …
Reflection on Mark 3:1-6 ~ During the growing season, my wife and I along with other people gather after Mass on Sundays to work at the church’s community garden. Produce from the garden goes to the local food pantry. It is our way of humbly saying to the stranger in …
Reflection on Mark 2:23-28 ~ In today’s scripture, Jesus allows us to see as God sees, like David who knew the breadth and depth of God’s love; straight into the hardened hearts of men. There can be no doubt that with our anointing as future “David’s,” means we must prioritize …
Reflection on Mark 2:18-22 ~ I have my favorite pair of jeans, they are loose fitting, stained, visibly worn thin, and reserved for laborious chores. If I am alone with Jesus, I believe these jeans are fine as my thoughts and mind is adorned with love. However, if I am …
Reflection on John 1:29-34 ~ When I enter a church, I reach into the font to get a touch of Holy Water to bless myself with the sign of the Cross. I often visualize that I am there with John the Baptist and Jesus in the River Jordan. I see …
Reflection on Mark 2:13-17 ~ Think about the moments of God’s love in scripture passages where Jesus reaches out to those who are poor, considered sinners, or wealthy. For a current day perspective regarding the world’s top 1% wealthiest people, consider the “Giving Pledge.” Over 175 Billionaires have committed to …
