Lord prune us to bear more fruit in your Vineyard. "Most assuredly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and di...

Fear God and deeply respect Him. “Listen, O Israel! The LORD is our God, the LORD alone.  And you must love the LORD your God with all your...

The Eucharist is food for the Journey and the medicine of immortality. "He got up, ate, and drank; then strengthened by that food, h...

The down payment of the cost of discipleship has been made by Jesus.  Do not be afraid! "Then Jesus went to work on his disciples. ...

Don't be scandalized by the compromised messenger.  The Message is utterly Reliable. "Beloved: We did not follow cleverly devised...

God shows His very best to those who trust Him. "Have pity on me, Lord, Son of David! My daughter is tormented by a demon.”  (Matthew...

Today it appears smart to criticize our religious leaders.  They may appear stupid in our opinion but remember who is their Boss:  How do yo...

Jesus fed 5000.  The people had their fill but soon forgot the miracle. "Then he told the people to sit down on the grass. Jesus took ...

God who knows exactly what we need, created us for Himself.  Nothing in this world will ever satisfy us but God Himself.  (St Augustine) ...

No servant is greater than his Lord.  If they persecuted Jesus, what do you expect?  Don't be afraid! "Herod had John beheaded; Jo...

For much of 30 years, Jesus worked as a carpenter.  First as an apprentice then as self-employed carpenter.  His humility was evident to all...

How lovely is your dwelling place, O Lord, mighty God! "Blessed they who dwell in your house!    continually they praise you. Blesse...

What do you do if you find by chance a hidden treasure?  The Gospel is the hidden treasure in your backyard. "God's kingdom is lik...

God reveals Himself to us so that as we get to know Him better, we may come to trust that He really cares for us. “Yahweh! The LORD! The Go...

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The work of grace in the soul follows the principle of the mustard seed.  Small steps.  Small beginnings.  Silently.  Steady progress. “The...

The hand of the Lord feeds us; he answers all our needs. "When Jesus looked out and saw that a large crowd had arrived, he said to Phi...

Do not become like Pharaoh "You've observed how godless rulers throw their weight around, how quickly a little power goes to their...

The Sunday Rest is a Rehearsal for Eternal Rest "Observe the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Work six days and do everything you need to...

Eyes that see the work of salvation.  Ears 👂 that hear the word of God "I tell you the truth, many prophets and righteous people long...