These are the highlights of the reflections given in mass. These often include a saint’s feast day as well as Lenten or Advent reflections.
by Sister Elizabeth Carrillo Our Gospel tonight brings us to a well. Wells appear often in the Scriptures, and they are rarely ordinary places. In biblical tradition, encounters between a woman and a man at a well often herald the…
The first word of the Rule of Benedict is “listen.” Lent gently schools us again in this posture of attentiveness.
Tonight’s Gospel takes us up a mountain with Jesus. There, in a moment of radiant light, Moses and Elijah appear beside him. These two figures are important. Moses met God on the mountain and came back transformed. On a mountain,…
(1 Cor.1:18-25; Matt. 4:1-11) In conversations with people outside the monastery, I’ve noticed a disturbing trend recently. Some online preachers, including Catholic priests, have become obsessed with demons in the world. It’s not just recognition of the evil that exists…
Observance of Lent Chapter 49 of the Rule of Benedict St. Benedict begins Chapter 49 on “The Observance of Lent,” with a powerful challenge: “The life of a monk ought to be a continuous Lent.” For Benedict, this does not…
Luke 10:38-42 If you grew up with a bunch of siblings like I did, you can probably relate to Martha’s exasperation in this story. How come you are sitting around while I am doing all the work? That seems to be…
In a world that has been fractured by division, rush, and noise, the invitation of this month is beautifully simple: return to love.
In the stillness of winter, when the earth rests and the days so slowly grow lighter, we are reminded that God is always at work in the hidden places of our lives.
Do you remember what you dreamt about last night? How about two weeks ago? Matthew tells us tonight about a dream that Joseph had; one that I bet he remembered for a long, long time. The story goes like this:…
Gaudete! Rejoice! Gaudete Sunday, the Third Sunday of Advent. A day we have all known for so long and which we anticipate each Advent. It is also a feast with a long history. Advent, which is our preparation for Christmas, was…
Tis the season full of expectation. In the Scripture readings, Malachi is telling us a messenger is coming; and in the Gospel, we see John the Baptist telling us the reign of God is near. Tomorrow Isiah is telling us that…
Tonight’s Gospel begins with a reference to everyday normal activities. People eating, drinking, working, and marrying – Everyday life events. Then we hear about the importance of being ready, not only for what we know is coming but also for…
