God with Us | One-Minute Homily

Every December 25th reminds us of a crucial eternal truth: God is always with us. No matter the circumstances we might find ourselves in, the humble nativity reminds us that Jesus is always there. Based on the readings for the Nativity of the Lord. ‘God is with us’—...
Lessons from a Twenty-Two-Hour Advent

Lessons from a Twenty-Two-Hour Advent

I think that I finally understand Advent—at least a little better. It only took one of the most challenging ministry experiences of my Jesuit life to reach this point.  One of my persistent temptations is to fast-forward through life. I almost always want to skip the...

Listen to Your Mother | One-Minute Homily

Would you recognize Mary’s voice if she were knocking at your door? Conan Rainwater, SJ, reflects on the importance of drawing close to our Mother Mary in these final days of Advent. Based on the readings for the Fourth Sunday of Advent. Is that Aunt Mary I...