We are reminded not to be consumed with things that distract from the focus of the season of Advent.
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How do we make sense of royal imagery in Scripture?
The feast of Christ the King is an opportunity to think about ways that we promote God’s kingdom in the world.
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Preparing for the season ahead
The themes of power, timeliness and anticipation are prominent.
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We should not benefit from corrupt financial systems at the expense of the vulnerable
The readings present two women as models of living charitably, selflessly showing kindness to others.
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As we grieve the dead, we can remember how they inspired our lives
As we remember those who have died, we reflect on how their lives and sacrifices influence and inspire our lives.
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Remember those overlooked by society, just as Jesus does
Today’s readings highlight God’s care and power to heal and remind us to pray for what requires healing in our lives.
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Want greatness? Serve the suffering
We are prompted to reflect on ways that we can serve one another and are also challenged to address suffering in our midst.
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To be Christians, we must first serve the poor
The readings prompt appreciation and action, emphasizing the value of wisdom and the need to serve the poor.
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Reimagining relationships: the divine breath and equality of creation
The readings show an evolution of thoughts on relationships: humans and animals, husband and wife, adult and child.
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God calls out corruption in society and in ourselves
All three texts elucidate the power and importance of living in ways that honor ourselves and others.