Sat, 21 September 2013
The parable in today's Gospel underscores the importance of serving faithfully and they distinguish between levels of expectation. In the end, however, we all follow Jesus the Servant. Recording is of the 4:30 pm Mass at 14 Holy Helpers Church in West Seneca, NY on August 10, 2013. |
Sat, 21 September 2013
Although a disciple might be reasonably concerned about how practical needs will be met, utter dependencce on God should ease this worry. It allows us who are disciples to be rich in and with God, so that we can live for God in the world. Recording is of the 4:30 pm Mass at 14 Holy Helpers Church in West Seneca, NY on August 3, 2013. |
Sat, 21 September 2013
Listening to the Word of the Lord leads to acts of service, but when the Lord speaks, we must first, like Mary, open ourselves to hear. Recording is of the 4:30 pm Mass at 14 Holy Helpers Church in West Seneca, NY on July 20, 2013. |
Sat, 21 September 2013
Jesus sent out 72 people to offer peace and warning. Most importantly they were to heal the sick and warn them that the Kingdom of God was at hand. They returned rejoicing in their success. Jesus, however, told them their joy should not be directed at their success over demons, they should rejoice because of their salvation. Recording is of the 4:30 pm Mass at 14 Holy Helpers Church in West Seneca, NY on July 6, 2013. |