We are prompted to reflect on ways that we can serve one another and are also challenged to address suffering in our midst.
Prayer
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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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No, yoga does not contradict the teachings of Christianity.
Yoga has roots in South Asian religions. That doesn’t mean Catholics should avoid it.
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Three spiritual exercises for facing a long future with Covid-19
It can be dispiriting, even infuriating, to imagine our future with Covid-19. Spiritual exercises inspired by Ignatius can help us become more aware and move past our anger.
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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.
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Want to know Jesus? Welcome your neighbor
We are all called to model the principles of the Gospel, and when leaders fail in this regard, it is important for the rest of us to step up.
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Selfless love needs service (and sometimes sacrifice)
Today’s readings show us the risks that may come in the form of humiliation, persecution and death.
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The Word became flesh: the healing power of touch
The first reading and the Gospel reveal God’s power to renew us during and especially after periods of suffering.
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The church’s abuse crisis taught me not to trust my heroes—so why was I so shocked by Andrew Cuomo?
At some point you begin to wonder whether there is anyone in leadership who we can count on for decency, or whether every single one is just one whistleblower away from being outed as another Cuomo.