John’s Gospel narrative is full of unexpected turns and incongruous situations.
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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Catching Sight of Grace
Today’s feast reminds us to seek God’s love anew through our loved ones.
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Christmas Eve: In Christ’s peace, we can do the impossible
Faith in God’s ability to do all things is the seed from which every miracle grows.
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Catching Sight of Grace
Family life in the Bible is both difficult and grace-filled.
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The message of Epiphany: Rise up; Your light has come!
Today’s feast commemorates the “physical” revelation of Christ, the moment when Gentiles recognized the incarnate Messiah.
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Immaculate Conception: The feast that calls us to live lives ‘full of grace’
When we trust the action of grace in our lives, God will, over time, craft for us a life many times better than any we left behind.
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How Long, O Lord?
She was greatly troubled at what was said and pondered what sort of greeting this might be. (Lk 1:29)
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First Sunday of Advent: He Is Coming!
‘May he not come suddenly and find you sleeping.’ (Mk 13:36)
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Second Sunday of Advent: Thy Kingdom Come
‘One mightier than I is coming after me.” (Mk 1:7)