the Love of God, Hope of the WorldAdvent 4A | Matthew 1:18-25 The gospel of Matthew has one of the most unintentionally funny moments in scripture. It’s right up there with Paul yelling at the people of Corinth “I’m glad I didn’t baptize any of you!” before proceeding to name all the people he …
Love and Christmas
Disciples, Apostles, and Saints! The fourth candle in the Advent wreathe is for Love. This is thee nature of God and our path to follow. Love is the way we are to be. It is also the image we have of Christmas, isn’t it? Memories of family, gathering by the tree or a fire place, with …
A Word: Persevere
How to Rejoice in the Prophetic Promise of JesusAdvent 3A | Matthew 11:2-11 Last week, we met John the Baptist in the wilderness, proclaiming repentance. Now we jump forward; John is in prison and Jesus is out proclaiming the Good News. And when word of this work comes to John’s cell, …
