Scripture

Advent is a time of waiting and hoping, of renewing our trust in God’s merciful love and care and of reflecting on the several comings of Christ in our lives.

When we participate in the Eucharist, we place ourselves in the history of God’s people.

In which specific area of your life must you set aside privilege for the sake of others?

We have learned that God is all-knowing, all-loving, all-just, all-everything-that-is-good, etc. Therefore, we are afraid to suggest that God might not be fair. We are afraid that this might be a kind of blasphemy. But then, how is this parable to be understood?

We all know individuals who pride themselves on “keeping their noses out of other people’s business.”

Some say that a unique feature of the Christian religion is its insistence on forgiveness. Today’s reading from Sirach shows that this is not true.

Today’s readings indicate that the religious leader is appointed by God and is accountable to God. They take their positions and responsibilities seriously, because the people of God deserve the best that they have to offer.

In the minds of many people, the circle is a symbol of inclusivity. But circles can also be very exclusive.