Spirituality
In Angry Times, Jesus Shows Roots of Reconciliation
Msgr. Joseph Prior points out how Jesus' teaching in this Sunday's Gospel invites us to delve the deeper meaning of the law, where God's love calls us to healing.
In Ways Simple and Profound, We Share Our ‘Salt’ and ‘Light’
Msgr. Joseph Prior tells the story of a couple who opened their home to a man in need. Their love and compassion flowed from within, echoing the teaching of Jesus in this Sunday's Gospel.
Humility: The First Beatitude, Bedrock of Christian Life
The "poor in spirit," to which Jesus refers in the Sermon on the Mount, are the humble people who live with an awareness of God’s ever-present love, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior.
Life-Giving Relationship Starts With Encountering Jesus
As Jesus called the first disciples in this Sunday's Gospel reading, so he also calls us into discipleship. The challenge is to look for Jesus, to listen to His call, to respond with an open heart, and follow.
Jesus’ Baptism Reminds Us to Give Thanks for God’s Gifts
Life and love are not earned by us, nor do we take them, but we receive these good gifts from God with gratitude, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior on the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. By our baptism, we share in the divine life.
Relationships Strengthen Families, Such as Holy Family, and Church
Msgr. Joseph Prior reflects on the holy model of family, and all those "who have loved us into being," on this Sunday's Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Their family life was strengthened by their faith in God.
Advent Week 4: By His Trust in God’s Plan, Joseph Becomes Model of Faith
In his final reflection for Advent, Deacon Franz Fruehwald explores the quiet and resolute faith of St. Joseph. He shows us how to rise from our fears, open our hearts, and be assured that God is at work in the world.
Total Reliance on God Bolsters Our Hope, for God is With Us
In their response to God’s invitation, both Mary and Joseph show complete trust in God’s plan, even when its outcome is unclear. Msgr. Joseph Prior explains the readings for the Fourth Sunday of Advent.
Advent Week 3: ‘Gaudete’ Reminds Us to Slow Down, See Christ’s Presence
Joy does not simply happen to us, writes Deacon Franz Fruehwald. It grows where there is space cleared by humility, softened by thankfulness, widened by compassion.
Our Inner Transformation Takes Time, Which Advent Affords
The Third Sunday of Advent allows an opportunity to experience conversion. It's a powerful experience of God’s grace in Jesus Christ whose coming we anticipate by rejoicing always, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior.