Today’s Gospel reminds us how challenging it is to keep our attention on God.
Michael Simone, S.J.
Michael R. Simone, S.J., is contributing editor at America and pastor of Gesù Parish in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
How can our obedience lead to freedom?
For Isaac, obedience brought forth a nation. For Jesus, self-offering led to glory.
What does it mean to forgive as we’ve been forgiven?
Every time we set right some wrong we have done, we come that much closer to the faith of Jesus.
How can we respond to Christ’s unique call to serve those “outside the camp?”
In healing lepers, Jesus performed an act akin to raising the dead.
For This Purpose Have I Come
From its inception, Jesus’ mission was the conquest of death.
He Speaks With Authority
Jesus’ teaching, reinforced with real experience, humility and clear vision, electrified his hearers.
Today we celebrate Mary as mother of God and the mother of the church
Her freedom to serve and ponder Christ became the pattern for both collective and individual discipleship.
Imitate Me
Jesus wanted individuals who were not afraid to set out into deep water.
Knowing and Being Known
John’s Gospel narrative is full of unexpected turns and incongruous situations.
Catching Sight of Grace
Today’s feast reminds us to seek God’s love anew through our loved ones.
