In today’s second reading, St. Paul prays that God will “fulfill all your desires for goodness.” Zacchaus’ desires for goodness were fulfilled as he responded to them. He did not let his good feelings run to waste. He turned his emotions into actions and his thoughts into deeds. He acted on his desire to see [...]
Society recognized the Pharisee as a good man and a local celebrity. In a time of great injustice, he was just, and tried hard to live according to the commandments. In fact, he was almost perfect. All that was wrong with him was that he thought himself a cut above others and he was very [...]
Just before today’s passage in St. Luke’s Gospel, Jesus has been telling His disciples about His return in glory and the final establishment of His kingdom. When will it happen? There are no instant answers. It may take time; they will have to be patient and wait. They are called to have faith, faith that [...]
“At the III Synod of the PNCC held in Chicago, IL 95 years ago the synod body voted to have a special feast day to commemorate the Christian Family. It was decided to set aside the second Sunday of October for this special celebration of the Christian Family, which was to stress the importance of [...]
The Gospel reading today talks of duty in the sense that is shared by parents who make sacrifices for their children, or by members of the armed services who risk their lives for their country. We are morally obliged to God for everything, from our lives to the world around us. Everything has been given [...]
