Glory be to Jesus Christ! This is the “sex-ed” talk which we often find lacking in some of our families and schools. We can picture here a concerned and wise father, sitting down with his son to counsel him on living a God-pleasing and successful life. Often times we make a big fuss about how […]
Tag: love
Mark 12: 28-37- Shema
Christ is Born! When I was a teacher, I taught a student named Shema. This is the Hebrew word for the Greatest Commandment which is referenced by our Lord in our reading today- to love the Lord with all your heart, with all your soul, all your mind and all your strength. Christ has been […]
Matthew 3:13-17- A Community of Persons
Christ is Baptized! At the World Meeting of Families, during the Papal visit to Philadelphia in 2015, a little boy asked Pope Francis what “God did with all His time before He created the world.” The Holy Father paused for a few seconds and then responded “He loved.” It is through this feast, the Holy […]
Mark 12:28-38: We CAN Get Satisfaction!
Christ is Born! Glorify Him! What is the meaning and purpose of life? Many people ask this question, looking for fulfillment, direction and purpose, especially today in our confused world. A collective and hungry cry can be heard from our world, which is probably best expressed by the Rolling Stones: “I can’t get no satisfaction!” […]