by Sam Sawyer, SJ | Mar 18, 2012 ~ Approx. 1 min
For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through him. — John 3:17, from today’s Gospel Condemnation is an all too common response to the difficult situations I face in life. Taking a few moments of...
by Sam Sawyer, SJ | Mar 17, 2012 ~ Approx. 1 min
It is mercy I desire, and not sacrifice. — see Hosea 6:6, the response for Psalm 51 in today’s readings Where have I received mercy this Lent? Where have I offered it? In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, take a look at the Irish Jesuits’ offering for...
by Sam Sawyer, SJ | Mar 16, 2012 ~ Approx. 1 min
Take with you words, and return to the LORD; Say to him, “Forgive all iniquity, and receive what is good …” — Hosea 14:2, from today’s first reading What words do I use to speak to God? How do I find the words that let me address myself honestly to...
by Sam Sawyer, SJ | Mar 15, 2012 ~ Approx. 1 min
When you speak these words to them, They will not listen to you either; When you call to them, they will not answer you. — Jeremiah 7:27 from today’s first reading How do I share my failures with God? How does God share in my suffering? One possible answer is...
by Eric Sundrup, SJ | Mar 14, 2012 ~ Approx. 1 min
Do not think that I have come to abolish the law or the prophets. I have come not to abolish but to fulfill. Mt 5:17, from today’s Gospel Rules, rules, rules. Most of us have grown accustomed to rules and regulations. You can’t even install a new program...
