WORD OF FAITH

WORD OF FAITH

Prepare for feast of faith

In all of the readings for this Sunday, we can discern one dominant image: that of being well cared for, …


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Lessons from King Cyrus

The first reading we proclaim this Sunday (Is 45:1,4-6) describes something very curious: the Lord speaking to His anointed, Cyrus.

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How to pay back God

As someone who has spent the majority of my priesthood teaching full-time, I believe that I have picked up some …

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Words for priests and us

At first hearing, Sunday's readings seem directed at priests, not at the laity. Jesus levies an extensive criticism at the …

WORD OF FAITH

Be ready when your turn comes

We are approaching the end of the liturgical year, and the readings begin to reflect that this week.