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Are you the one or should I look for another?
Homily for the 3rd Sunday of Advent When John the Baptist heard in prison of the works of the Christ, he sent his disciples to Jesus with this question, “Are you the one…
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A not-so-unusual day with the people God prefers
I just finished reading Dilexi Te (“I have loved you”). It is Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural exhortation. He thoughtfully and beautifully emphasized the Church’s urgent need to engage the poor and marginalized. In various ways,…
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Is this the banquet Jesus had in mind?
Lunch is a central activity at Strong Life Rescue Mission for the homeless. As the hour approaches, there’s an anticipation. Some set up the tables, arrange the desserts, or pass out drinks, and ask…
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The Lord’s command: Be strong and courageous
“Don’t forget Laura.” That’s what several of the homeless people on my bus said as they pointed to a woman sitting alone in her walker in a distant parking lot. Because of her disability,…
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How to Interpret the Upside Down Beatitudes
Jesus is turning what we value upside down. Blessed are the poor?!? Woe to the rich?!? Blessed are those who cry?!? Woe to those who laugh?!? Is he serious? I think we need…
