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In this 8-10 minute podcast, I as a psychologist and a priest use my training and skills to examine the Gospels. I will present alternative interpretations and insights into the meaning of Scripture for men and women in the 21st century.
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Jn 10-27-30, May 11-25 Are there shepherds amongst us? 8:06

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Send us a text Jesus portrays shepherds as protectors and guides for the sheep. Likely they served as metaphors of God’s protective and guiding nature. I wonder if there is more here. Perhaps the shepherd has a role to play in our faith. We don’t see many shepherds in most western towns and cities. When I think of shepherds, I think of individuals who knew and protected their sheep. They were very interested in their welfare and wanted to see them grow into adults. It seems that the modern-day shepherds are what we call mentors today.…

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Jn 21-1-19 May 4-25 Leadership, Christian style 7:28

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Send us a text This teaching on leadership must have been revolutionary to the first listeners to this teaching. Jesus addresses this in Mark 10:42-45, as Jesus called them together and said, "You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be slave of all.” The people were used to the brutality of the Roman occupiers and the contempt of many of the Pharisees who dominated the people and loved to draw attention to themselves. Obviously, Jesus wants to make sure there are other models of leadership available. The leadership style that Jesus introduces is relational, respecting the dignity of the human person.…

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Jn 20:19-31 Apr 27-25 How do we live Christian Peace? 9:21

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Send us a text Peace is not just an absence of conflict. Lasting peace needs justice. There are also several levels of peace. There is peace between countries, communities, families and ultimately our own internal peace. Most of us are not in a position to directly impact peace between countries but we can work for peace within our communities, our families and ultimately ourselves. Are we at peace within ourselves? What negatively impacts our personal peace. Guilt, fear, and trauma will undermine our peace. Notice what I left out. Anger. Anger itself does not destroy peace. What is anger? Healthy anger results when our healthy expectations that are not respected and/or are denied. Anger itself is not the issue but it is how we express our anger.…

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Jn 20:1-9 Apr 20-25 Jesus is risen in an adult Easter 8:02

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Send us a text This Gospel is one of the early resurrection stories. We read about Mary of Magdala going to the tomb, knowing that she would not likely be able to go into the tomb because it would be blocked by a huge stone; but she went anyway. She gets to the empty tomb and understandably believes the body has been taken away. Later she would recognize Jesus. Getting back to this story Peter, the leader and another disciple hurry to the tomb. John the youngest does not go in and he respectfully waits until Peter goes in first. They believe. Honestly, I find it strange. Just because the body is not there does not mean that it is resurrected. I suspect that Peter belief was based on what Jesus had taught him. I have often spoke about having the eyes of faith. Peter did not fully understand the significance of the resurrection, but he had enough faith and experience to recognize that Jesus had risen. This resurrection passage describes the response to the resurrection by adults. I encourage you to see this as an opportunity to learn about what is an adult faith. I put before you for your reflection, but I would argue that asking questions, struggling to believe is not a bad thing. Yes, we might like the surety of a child-like faith, but faith was never meant to be without struggle.…

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Luke 22-14-23,56 Apr 13-25 Where is divine support for our struggles? 9:13

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Send us a text This Gospel is an account of the last meal Jesus had with his disciples. The meal is better known as the last supper. Soon Jesus' earthly mission will be over. The disciples do not realize yet that this evening is going to take a very different turn. I wonder what Jesus was feeling. We read that he was in agony in the garden but what was he feeling when he is having this last meal with his disciples? Did he try to tell them, to leave hints as to what were his plans? I wonder if the disciples’ sensed anything different. I suspect Jesus was probably a bit sombre. He knew he was going to have a horrible death in less than 24 hours. Did he wonder if there was another way to achieve his mission? I suspect he felt terribly alone. This passage reminds us that although we often call upon friends and family for support in times of distress we must also recognize divine support as well. It is a reminder that we don’t have to deal with life’s struggles alone. But are we open to divine support?…

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John 8: 1-11 Apr 6-25 The story of the woman caught in adultery teaches us about self-reflection 8:23

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Send us a text Today’s Gospel is a teaching, Gospel. Its also unusual. In most instances the person seeks out Jesus or recognizes him before asking for something. I suspect the woman in this story wanted to be anywhere else but there. She was not only embarrassed but terrified. Without Jesus’ intervention she faced a painful death. She has a brief but powerful conversation with Jesus. And that is it! We don’t know who this woman was. What’s her story or what happened to her after this experience. What about the men who were prepared to stone her. Some of them may have known her, after all they did live in a small town. The Scribes and Pharisees were educated and well established in their community. How is it they missed being compassionate towards her and/or fail to recognize the injustices?…

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Luke 15:1-3,11-32 New Insights on the Prodigal Son 8:13

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Send us a text Jesus describes a young man who wants adventure and asks for his share of his father’s estate. After he receives his inheritance, he leaves and lives a carefree life. I want to draw your attention to the fact that he did not earn the money he is spending, it is his father’s hard-earned money. This would be a good time to pause and reflect on the many opportunities that we enjoyed but did not earn. Coming back to the story we learn that initially the son did okay, but his fun did not last, and calamity struck. He squandered his resources and was forced to get a job. Hearing that his job was tending the pigs surely raised the eyebrows of the first listeners of this story. Likely the Jewish listeners with their aversion to pigs would have seen this action in the young man as turning his back on his own culture and community. Jesus continues the story but focusses on the father. The father notices his son from far away. He is so excited that he runs to meet his son. This would have been very surprising to the Jewish listeners. Jewish patriarchs do not run, especially toward a wayward son. The son gives his rehearsed apology. The father responds by hugging his son and putting a ring on his finger. The ring symbolizes the son being restored in the household. While the son is focusing on what he did and what he didn’t do the father is focusing on the fact that his son is back safe and sound. Not only is the son forgiven but a party is being planned. The story does not end here. There is an older son...…

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Luke 13:1-9 Jesus teaches us about sin and misfortune 10:59

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Send us a text In this Gospel Jesus talks about two situations where innocent people were killed. Jesus articulates the thoughts of the people who believed that the people who were killed were not only responsible for their misfortunate but that their bad luck was likely a result of God punishing them. Jesus challenges this “blaming the victim’ stance. This theme, namely that misfortune is a sign of sin is very clear in (John 9:1-23) where Jesus heals a blind man. Before he does ,the disciples ask Jesus who sinned, was it the man or his parents that lead to this man’s blindness? Jesus corrects his disciples saying that this man’s blindness had nothing to do with sin.…

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Like 9-28b-36 The Transfiguration, having a mystical experience 8:48

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Send us a text This Podcast focusses on one of the most unusual Gospel passages of all the Gospels; the Transfiguration. Moses and Elijah appear with Jesus in front of Peter, James and John. The event seems unexpected and following the event the disciples are silent about the experience. They don’t tell anyone. How could they possibly explain to someone what they saw and then expect to be believed? Those that have experienced spiritual or even mystical experiences know the difficulty of trying to share and/or describe the experiences to someone. Words don’t seem to be adequate to describe what happened. Even today, 2000 years later we are unable to understand what happened and maybe we are not supposed to. Perhaps the Transfiguration is a reminder that God’s ways are different from ours. Perhaps the Transfiguration is a reminder that God’s ways are different from ours.…

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Lk 4: 1-13 Jesus is tempted by the Devil 9:40

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Send us a text We don’t know for sure what Jesus actually did while he was in the desert. In biblical times, going to the desert held significant spiritual, symbolic, and practical meanings. Here are some key aspects of its significance. The desert was often a place where individuals were prepared for their destinies. The desert offered solitude, which was conducive to reflection and prayer. John the Baptist like so many others, used this solitude to prepare for his ministry. This period allowed for spiritual growth and purification. The desert environment was harsh and so fostered a sense of dependence on God, emphasizing humility as a prerequisite for spiritual understanding. The desert provided a setting for direct communication with God, free from distractions. We have many examples of Jesus going to a deserted place to pray. This is evident in the stories of Abraham, Moses, and Jesus, who all had significant encounters with God in the desert. The Israelites faced numerous challenges during their 40-year journey. This symbolism highlights the desert as a proving ground for faith. Despite its harsh conditions, the desert was where God demonstrated His provision and faithfulness. The Israelites received manna and quail, illustrating God's care for His people especially in the time of hardship. In summary, the desert in biblical times was a place of spiritual transformation, symbolic testing, and practical demonstration of God's presence and provision.…

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Lk 6:39-45 Jesus teaching us to be wise 7:18

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Send us a text Jesus is calling his followers to be wise. He gives a few tools on how to be wise. The list is not complete. What is wisdom? Wisdom is correlated with intelligence but its not absolute. I suspect you may know someone who is highly educated but not wise, often making the same mistake over and over again. On the other hand, you may know someone else who may not have all the academic or educational credentials but nevertheless are considered to be wise. Wisdom is often associated with advanced age. It is true, people who have embraced life are often wise. Individuals of any age who have gone through a crisis whether it is health, or relationship or career often reflect a wisdom beyond their years. So, what then is wisdom? I can share a few insights. Wise people have learned from their life experiences, they perceive life events differently. They trust themselves and have little to prove. They are often not in a hurry to bring issues to closure.…

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Luke 6-27-38, Loving our enemies. Are you serious? 10:10

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Send us a text Christians are called to go beyond the bare minimum. Let’s unpack this Gospel, love your enemies, do good to those who hate you. Bless those who curse you. Tough words. The basic message is Jesus telling the people that your actions should be based on your personal values not a reaction to someone else’s bad behavior. The teaching is a call to freedom. Sure, it hurts when someone mistreats you, this is especially true if that someone was someone you trusted. Yes, they may deserve retribution but its not about them. Yes, they and others may initially think you are weak for not retaliating. They may not see that you are making a choice, its not because you cannot defend yourself. The irony here is you are strong; you are resisting the impact of their injurious behavior.…

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Lk 6 :17, 20-26 Feb 16-25 The Beatitudes 8:34

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Send us a text The Beatitudes are not merely statements of happiness; they encapsulate profound spiritual truths about God's kingdom and our spiritual development. They highlight qualities such as humility, mercy, and a thirst for righteousness, promising future rewards for those who embody these traits. Consequently, the Beatitudes are foundational teachings outlining the ethical and spiritual framework for Christian spirituality. They can be found in Matthew 5:3-12, with notable differences between Matthew's and Luke's versions—Matthew includes eight Beatitudes while Luke lists only four and includes criticisms of the wealthy.…

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Lk 5 -1-11 Feb 9-25 St. Peter throws his nets for the last time. 6:03

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Send us a text The call of Peter and the other disciples illustrates God's invitation for us to follow Him. Despite his initial reluctance and desire to return home after a long night of fishing, Peter allows Jesus into his boat. This kind of openness is crucial for our own spiritual growth. I want to emphasize the moment when Jesus asks Peter to lower his nets for a catch—this serves as both a literal task and a metaphor for spiritual growth. The saying "80% of success is showing up," attributed to Woody Allen the American filmmaker and actor, encapsulates the importance of taking that first step toward personal or spiritual growth. By showing up despite his doubts, Peter exemplifies the openness necessary for spiritual development. Are we willing to go beyond our comfort zone?…

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Lk 2:22-40 Feb 2-25 Simeon and Anna recognizes Jesus as the Messiah when he was a baby 7:07

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Send us a text When Jesus was presented in the temple, it was likely an ordinary event among many similar presentations each week. However, Simeon and Anna's ability to perceive something extraordinary suggests that spirituality often eludes those who do not actively seek it. What insights did they possess that others lacked? This passage prompts us to consider whether God communicates with us through the mundane aspects of our daily lives. It's noteworthy that neither Anna nor Simeon held any official position within the temple community; they were not leaders or figures of authority. This indicates that anyone—regardless of status—can cultivate a direct relationship with God. The reading challenges those in leadership or theological roles to recognize that the Spirit operates beyond traditional boundaries.…

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Luke 1:1-21 Jesus describes for us his mission statement 5:49

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Send us a text During Sabbath services, it was customary for males to read from Scripture or the Torah. Jesus reads from the scroll of the prophet Isaiah, which is significant because Isaiah made many prophecies about the Messiah. The Gospel of Matthew speaks about how these prophecies are fulfilled. This reading serves as a blueprint for Jesus’ ministry. Even though Jesus is reading from the prophet Isisia The reading seems to be in Jesus own words. In fact, it appears that Jesus is reading his own mission statement.…

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John 2-1-11 Are we aware of God's interventions in our life? 11:42

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Send us a text The Gospel today is about the first miracle that Jesus performed. It is unique. There are no healings, or obvious teachings. The teaching is actually rather subtle. Jesus makes wine for a wedding at the request or expectation of his mother. There are a few points that I want to draw your attention to because they are useful teachings about spirituality. The first is the amount of wine made, the six stone water jars contained 20 to 30 gallons each. That is approximately 120 to 360 gallons of wine in total. That is a lot of wine! I want to draw your attention to the conversation between the groom and the wine steward or in some translations the head waiter. Have you ever had the experience of someone telling you something fairly basic that you already knew? . For example, the groom already knew what the wine steward was trying to explain. The point that I want to make is that while there was nothing actually wrong with what the wine steward said he nevertheless failed to recognize God’s intervention. Do we, like the wine steward, miss God's interventions in our life?…

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Luke 3-15-16, 21-22 Baptism of Jesus Do we need to embrace community? 8:39

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Send us a text In Luke’s Gospel we have a brief description of Jesus being baptized by his cousin, John the Baptist. The details are scarce. We don’t know why Jesus chose to participate in this ritual or how it impacted his ministry. This story is problematic however, as this ritual was designed for sinners, why would Jesus who had not sinned be participating in this ritual? This is a good lesson for us in that while we may have the right to do something we ought to also take into account the impact that our actions may have upon others.…

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Epiphany Mt 2: 1-12 The Gentile Scientists welcome Jesus 9:33

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Send us a text In today’s Gospel the arrival of the Magi is noted. This Gospel is full of symbolism about who Jesus would be. Some biblical traditions list the Magi as kings and some traditions have even named them, Caspar (or Gaspar), Melchior, and Balthazar. Likely, this naming is primarily derived from Western Christian tradition. Its highly unlikely that three kings would have gone into the desert alone without an entourage for protection. Likely if three kings showed up in a small town everyone would soon know and King Herod would not have had to rely on the Magi to find out exactly where Jesus was. The gifts brought by the Wise Men give us a hint and foretell the ministry of Jesus. Gold representing royalty, frankincense symbolizing divinity, and myrrh foreshadowing suffering and death.…

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The Spirituality of New Years Resolutions Can we take another look? 10:10

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Send us a text I like to do something special for Lent and Advent. Last Easter I set up an internet retreat. This Christmas season I want to talk about the spirituality of New Years Resolutions. I feel very strongly about this. I am surprised the Church doesn’t say more about New Years Resolutions. I believe there is something spiritual happening when people at the end of the year look at their lives and make decisions about where they can do better or acknowledging where they are being held back. In many cases they attempt to make changes. Sadly, they are seldom successful. Many people do not realize that they may be self sabotaging their plans to achieve their goals. Making changes in one’s life is not easy. We are creatures of habit. I would like to provide some direction for those who would like to have their Resolutions result in positive changes in their life.…

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Lk 2:41-52 Learning the value of waiting 8:16

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Send us a text The Gospel today is quite different from our usual readings. It is a story from when Jesus was a twelve-year-old boy. This Gospel story is likely every parent’s nightmare; having one of their children lost. I can hardly imagine what Mary and Joseph were going through during those 3 days of searching for their son, Jesus. It seems that Jesus knew early in his life or might have had some insight into his true identity. The problem is that he did not share his plans with his parents when he decided to remain in Jerusalem at the temple. It makes sense that a 12-year-old child may not fully understand the implications and indeed the consequences of his actions on others. Still, as the Gospel suggests he had to grow into a better understanding of his mission. I wonder if he was ready to start his ministry at the age of twelve! That was not meant to be at this time. It would be another 18 years before Jesus would begin his public ministry. This maturing process was necessary for Jesus. This was not just a period of waiting; important maturing aspects were going on.…

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Lk 1:39-45 Mary and Elizabeth redefine meekness 9:39

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Send us a text In today’s podcast we have Mary visiting her cousin Elizabeth. There are several points in this Gospel I want to point out. We have Mary who is pregnant herself going to help her cousin Elizabeth . Mary’s sense of service is obvious. We know that Elizabeth was likely past childbearing years. She was not able to have a child in a culture that expected women to have children, Many people looked down on women who were childless. Elizabeth is not the only one from the Bible who struggled with infertility. Elizabeth is an excellent example of being meek. We don’t know much about Elizabeth, but I suspect she had her struggles. Being considered barren must have been hard for her. Elizabeth handled herself well and remained faithful to God despite the fact that it would appear God was not answering her prayers. She is truly an example of what meekness is all about. She is also strong; she can and does speak her truth confidently and succinctly when the time comes. Her faithfulness under pressure is admirable.…

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Lk-3-10-18 Dec 15-24 Living our spirituality in our daily lives 7:53

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Send us a text In this podcast from Luke, we hear more about John the Baptist. John is giving advice to individuals who want to change their life to reflect their beliefs. These individuals realize that their faith is not just practiced on holy days but will also impact their behavior at work and at home. There are a couple of key points that I want to draw your attention to. When asked what to do John doesn’t say, pray more or sin less or give more money to the Temple. Do you notice that all of his advice involves how to respectfully relate to other people? John treats everyone the same. It doesn’t matter what their profession is. In most cultures including our own, professions are ranked from least to most prestigious. That means nothing to John. All work is honorable. The people are called to do an honest day’s work. Sometimes we are fortunate, and the job has meaning or purpose. Other times people work for the money. They work to live. They find purpose outside of work. But, even if you are working simply for the moony, there is still honor there.…

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Lk 3: 1-6 Meeting John the Baptist 9:16

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Send us a text In today’s podcast we are introduced to John also known as John the Baptist not to be confused with the apostle John, the beloved disciple. John the Baptist was related to Jesus, his mother Elizabeth and Mary, the mother of Jesus were first cousins. Likely John and Jesus knew each other growing up. John is seen as the one prophesized by the great prophet Isaiah to prepare the people to receive the Messiah. Matthew 3:1-3, Mark 1:2-3 and Luke 3:4-6. The original prophecy is in Isaiah 40:3. I wonder if Jesus would have been successful without John’s involvement. Is there is a lesson for us? We, like Jesus, have had people in our life that have helped us on our way. In a sense, our successes are not totally our own. Others have helped us along the way and by recognizing their role in our spiritual development we in turn are called to support other individuals on their journey.…

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Lk 21-25-28,34-36 Jesus talks about difficult times to prepare us to live our lives without fear! 11:34

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Send us a text We are encouraged to stand firm Lk 21:19 and be careful (Lk 21:34). These are valuable lessons for life, not just for coping with the end times but also applicable in the present moment. I wonder if Jesus was talking about the end of the world or teaching us something about our spiritual lives. I wonder if Jesus is telling us to be resilient and be determined. We are called to be intentional in our actions. To be intentional requires us to chose to be so. Much of our lives are on automatic pilot. We have our routines and habits. Much of our behavior is a response to and/or a result of other’s behavior. Many worry that if they do not respond in kind they will be seen as weak. Our faith is lived out in how we relate to people and to God. Last week we read that the Greatest Commandment was to love God and the second to love our neighbor, both laws are relational.…

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Jn 18-33b.-37 Pilate wants to know if Jesus wants to be a king. 9:06

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Send us a text Jesus is asked by Pontius Pilate if he is the king of the Jews. Pilate is not talking about a heavenly kingdom but an earthly kingdom. Pilate was not making an act of faith. He wanted to know if Jesus was a political threat or not. Jesus responds knowing that Pilate would not likely understand but encourages Pilate and the listeners to learn about God’s kingdom. Pilate’s perspective is very simple and does not see the point Jesus is trying to make. Its worth noting that Jesus is not intimidated by Pilate. Likely he knows how this will unfold. He is confident and remains focused. The term kingdom in a modern context might not have the same meaning that it did 2,000 years ago. We are less likely to see kings as leaders or holding a position of significant power. I invite listeners to pause and reflect on who is God to you. Another way is to reflect on what role does God have in your life?…

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Mk 13:24-32 Jesus talks about the end times. What did he mean? 9:49

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Send us a text This Gospel was written over 2,000 years ago and the world is still here so I am less convinced the readings were written to prepare us for the end times. However, many of the early Christians understood these readings as a sign pointing to the end of the world. One of the reasons why the Gospels were written so late, was because many people believed Jesus literally, and that the end of the world would take place in their lifetime. I suspect these readings could be interpreted differently. I propose that Jesus is talking more about the trials and tribulations in our lives. Our faith in Jesus does not exempt us from struggles. Rather than seeing these as the end, Jesus invites us to see this is a time when God will show his saving power. Could those struggles be actually helpful to our spiritual growth? Struggles encourage us to develop resilience and problem-solving skills. Struggles can lead to maturity and a perspective on life that leads to spiritual and psychological growth.…

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Mark12 : 38-44 Jesus teaches his disciples to look beyond appearances 8:12

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Send us a text The lesson in today’s Gospel is clear, do not get seduced by appearances! There is also a sub-theme of humility. Jesus is critical of the Scribes for their hypocritical behaviour. As Luke 12:48, states, "To whom much is given, much will be required." Jesus emphasized the idea of responsibility that comes with blessings and resources. The verse suggests that those who have been entrusted with more—whether it be talents, wealth, or knowledge—are held to a higher standard of accountability. Jesus continues his teaching on looking beyond appearances when he is watching wealthy people putting in large sums of money into the temple treasury. On the level of appearances, the large donations would suggest that the rich deserve more while in reality it is the poor widow who gave all she had.…

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Mark 12:28-34 Trying to love our neighbor? 8:54

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Send us a text In today’s Gospel Jesus is asked by a scribe, “Which commandment is the first of all?” Jesus answers his question directly. Jesus talked about loving God exclusively, with all your heart, mind and all your strength. Jesus did not leave anything out. Jesus does not stop there but teaches that we are to love our neighbor as our selves. Jesus would later go on to define his understanding of who is a neighbor in the parable of the Good Samaritan. It is not impossible to love people we admire or who love us or are similar to us. It is hard if not impossible to love those who have hurt us or have broken our trust. We must make a conscious choice to live by our own values rather than reacting to the behavior of others. The Gospel really makes it clear that Jesus sees that loving God and loving others are intertwined. We cannot say that we love God and at the same time hate part of his creation. I would like to suggest six things that might help you become more loving.…

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Mark 10:46-52 Are we spiritually blind? 9:52

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Send us a text Bartimaeus was blind and so had to resort to begging to feed himself. As a beggar he had to compete with other beggars in order to survive. His life was undoubtedly harsh. We do not know if he had any support from his family. Probably, he learned to be pushy to get what he needed. We can see his assertiveness in the Gospel reading. He is not going to be stopped by a bunch of people who didn’t like him, yelling and creating a scene. Today’s healing addresses physical blindness. Metaphorically today’s healing also speaks to us about spiritual blindness. We can see it in the Pharisees. They were spiritually blind; unable to recognize the Messiah even as He stood before them in their midst. Often truth is too anxiety evoking so the person unconsciously chooses not to deal with it. Have you ever had the experience of getting an insight into a situation and realizing the answer was in front of you all the time?…

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