Spirituality
Stirring Our Faith Within Can Help Us Move Mountains
Msgr. Joseph Prior explains how, as in this Sunday's Gospel, even a small measure of faith empowers us to endure the hardships of life and to remain faithful so that we can continue to live with love and mercy in the Kingdom of God.
Jesus, Prophets Warn: Do Not Ignore the Poor
This Sunday's readings call out rich people living well while ignoring the suffering of poor people around them. Jesus, who became the poorest of the poor in his passion, calls us to see himself in them, for “God doesn’t make junk.”
A Matter of Priorities: Things of This World, or of Heaven?
Jesus seems to praise a dishonest person in this Sunday's Gospel. Msgr. Joseph Prior explores the teaching, which prioritizes attaining good things cleverly over mere money.
How Do We Know Jesus Loves Us? We Look to His Cross
Msgr. Joseph Prior explains the paradox of how the instrument of cruelest torture and death becomes a witness to love and life. Always the cross is a reminder of God’s love.
Jesus Offers Gift of Life in Discipleship, Asks Our Commitment to It
The greatest gift, that of the Kingdom of God, is to be valued above one's possessions and relationships, Jesus teaches in this Sunday's Gospel. Msgr. Joseph Prior explains the demands of such a commitment, and the fruits it bears.
Jesus Shows How to Cross Invisible Lines of Division With Humility, Charity
In this Sunday's Gospel, Jesus confronts class distinctions with a parable on how taking the "lowest position" and caring for others with love transcend social status. Msgr. Joseph Prior points to the modern example of St. Katharine Drexel.
Invitation to Faith in Jesus Is Our Way Into Kingdom of God
Just "going with the flow" might suffice for casual situations, but entering heaven through the "narrow gate" takes strength, which Jesus gives to those who possess not status or wealth but faith in him, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior.
By Baptism We’re All Prophets, Sharing in Jesus’ Words of Life
It might be inconvenient and even dangerous to speak out against injustice like the prophet Jeremiah did. But just as Jesus called people to faithfulness because of love and trust in the Father, so too must we do, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior.
For What ‘Treasure’ Will You Be Remembered?
Jesus promises the Kingdom of God to his disciples, and commands us to build not a worldly treasure but one that endures forever by caring for the poor.
Eternity Over Excess: What Truly Counts
This Sunday’s gospel challenges us to reconsider what we treasure most on earth and in spirit writes Msgr. Joseph Prior.