The Gospel for Christmas Mass at dawn reminds us that distinctions of “sacred and profane” are constructs of the human imagination.
Michael Simone, S.J.
Michael R. Simone, S.J., is contributing editor at America and pastor of Gesù Parish in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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Feeling right at home in the Father’s house
When we find the place God has made for us, we will feel right at home.
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What can we learn from the Wise Men?
The miraculous star and exotic messengers reveal Jesus’ messianic role.
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How do you find joy in everyday life?
Even the simplest moment has in it a world-changing significance for anyone who is ready to find the work of God.
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How can we imagine a different world?
Many dreamed of an apocalyptic day when God would sweep oppressive realities away.
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How are you preparing for Christ’s coming?
John the Baptist affirmed that God was at work, preparing a savior who would clean out Israel’s spiritual and moral corruption.
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Are you paying attention to God’s advancing kingdom?
In Luke’s Gospel, the kingdom appears gradually, like the gathering clouds of a storm.
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How can we know that Christ is near?
A disciple who seeks these signs can help the risen Christ restore some fallen corner of creation.
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How can we speak the truth in love?
Building our lives around divine love will give our words the power to heal, to deliver and to save.
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How can we reflect the image of God?
Many of the great saints typify one or more of the beatitudes.