Posts Tagged ‘renewal’

XXI Sunday of Ordinary Time

Aug 19, 2009

Readings: Joshua 24:1-2, 15-17 Ephesians 5:21-32 John 6:60-69 Thoughts for your Consideration: by John Gonzalez In this Sunday’s readings we are invited to be renewed and recommitted to our faith community. The first reading offers us an historical glimpse of the evolution of our faith. The people with Joshua are now aware of the new ... Read more

In Lectionary Reflections | Tagged Covenant, ecology, Ephesians, Faith, John, Joshua, Recommit, renewal

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Lectionary Reflection: Ash Wednesday

Feb 23, 2009

Readings: Joel 2:12-18 2 Corinthians 5:20—6:2 Matthew 6:1-6,16-18 Thoughts for Your Consideration: by Fr. John Bucki, SJ. Lent is a time to make faith real in practices which are a source of growth, life and even joy. Growth and new life are possible. It is possible to move beyond earning religious credits or spiritual merit ... Read more

In Lectionary Reflections | Tagged Corinthians, Fasting, Integrity of Creation, Joel, justice, Lent, Matthew, Peace, Pope Benedict XVI, Prayer, prophet, renewal