We attended the Veneration of the Cross service at the Ft. Riley Catholic Chapel this afternoon at 3, the time that Scripture says Jesus "breathed His last." It was very moving, and there was a nice sized group of us to participate and to receive the Eucharist. There were young families with babies babbling and … Continue reading “So Will I”
Holy Thursday
As the day draws to a close, I think back on the Gospel reading for today. Jesus washes the feet of His disciples and tells them that they must do the same. It is the epitome of servant leadership. And it is a beautiful thing. "Love wills the good of the other as other," according … Continue reading Holy Thursday
Holy Wednesday
"Surely it is not I, Lord?" That's what today's Gospel of Matthew 26:14-25 reports Christ's closest friends asks of Him when told by Jesus that one of them will betray Him. Even the one who betrays asks the question. Judas already had the 30 pieces of silver the priests had paid him to turn Jesus … Continue reading Holy Wednesday
Holy Tuesday
Today's Gospel reading (Jn 13:21-33, 36-38) centers on Jesus, Judas, and Peter. Since, as I explained yesterday, I am placing myself within the accounts of Holy Week in Scripture, I had to decide the viewpoint from which I would most benefit. It's not easy. Of the 2 apostles to choose from in this Biblical account, one … Continue reading Holy Tuesday
Holy Week
Holy week, a week "set apart" because of the most amazing event in the history of the world, began yesterday on "Palm" or "Passion" Sunday. My plan is to try to spend more time with the Gospel readings that are related to the Passion of Christ this week. Passion means suffering in this case. Such … Continue reading Holy Week
Our Perfect Example
"...the One who sent Me is True and what I heard from Him I tell the world." - Jesus, John 8:26 Our best role model - perfect, really - we find in Jesus Christ. Our lives should be about giving and doing for others out of love and then telling the truth we know, have … Continue reading Our Perfect Example
Matthew 18:21-35
In today's Gospel, Jesus tells the parable of the unforgiving servant. Jesus tells us that "this is what the Kingdom of Heaven is like," as He does many times. So what's it like? It's about forgiveness and it's about compassion. I love the phrase, "moved with compassion" that we read in today's story. There are … Continue reading Matthew 18:21-35
Drowning in Lemonade 