A disciple who seeks these signs can help the risen Christ restore some fallen corner of creation.
Michael Simone, S.J.
Michael R. Simone, S.J., is contributing editor at America and pastor of Gesù Parish in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
How can we reflect the image of God?
Many of the great saints typify one or more of the beatitudes.
Are you radically dependent on God?
Whatever we give—time, resources, skills, attention—the offering ought to be like the widow’s: complete, courageous and with total trust in grace.
How can our love be loyal?
Jesus drew on the biblical meaning of love, commanding unwavering loyalty to God and neighbor.
Are you a servant leader?
The Evangelists had come to believe that Jesus was indeed the bearer of divine authority.
Do you encourage others to follow Jesus?
Mark’s community found themselves waiting for deliverance during a time of great distress.
How do we listen to Jesus’ call?
Only a life spent pursuing the love of God will leave something that survives the encounter with death.
What is God’s covenant for you?
God’s dream for humanity is bigger than the social realities of the day.
Why do we follow Jesus?
Those who wait on the least will be the ones in whom God will find a reflection of the Son.
Do your actions help or harm the work of the Spirit?
The behaviors of Christians could hinder the Spirit’s work.
