Me First!
Matthew 10:37-42 was the Gospel reading at Mass last week, and it can be challenging to really take in. Jesus basically says that He comes first (which we already know)… Read More »Me First!
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Jesus? Is That Really You?
Today we celebrate the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. The majority of our Christian brothers and sisters of other denominations don’t believe in the true Presence… Read More »Jesus? Is That Really You?
“You Are My Son, and the One True King”
You should all know what this quote is from. That’s right: The Lion King. Mufasa says this to Simba from the clouds. Simba has been struggling to come to terms… Read More »“You Are My Son, and the One True King”
Easier Said Than Done
Oh Paul, you make things sound so easy. The advice given in the second letter to the Corinthians (from our 2nd Reading today) sounds so simple. Too simple. It makes… Read More »Easier Said Than Done
No Matter What the Pentecost
I love learning about our Church. I got this book—The Ignatius Catholic Study Bible: New Testament. It’s awesome. It takes certain words or phrases within Scripture, and explains them in… Read More »No Matter What the Pentecost
Welcome the Wear-y
Awhile ago, I was talking with a teen who got Confirmed last year. We were talking about how she hasn’t been going to Mass lately, but has been attending service… Read More »Welcome the Wear-y
Does This Thing Come with a Manual?
After we moved into our house, we started doing research on a washer and dryer. I like looking at customer reviews to see how well they stand up to their… Read More »Does This Thing Come with a Manual?
His Achy Breaky Heart
God aches for you. Let that sink in for a minute. God aches for you. I heard or read this somewhere, I can’t remember exactly where, but it stuck with… Read More »His Achy Breaky Heart
Pearly White Gates
I recently went to the dentist, and let me tell you, I had an amazing time. Not really. I mean, it wasn’t a horrible time, but it definitely wasn’t something… Read More »Pearly White Gates
Talk to God
In Exodus 17:3-7 (well, really in a lot of Exodus), the Israelites were not happy campers (literally). And they were bold people. They had no issue complaining to Moses about… Read More »Talk to God
Let’s Go [insert Sports Team]!
Why do you (or others if you don’t), wear sports attire (hats, jerseys, shirts, etc.)? Is it because of the history of the team? Is it because of the experiences… Read More »Let’s Go [insert Sports Team]!
Not Your Father’s Bible Study
Studying Scripture outside of Mass is important. Like, really important. But why, Deepu? Good question, fair reader, thank you for asking. For one, how many of us really pay attention… Read More »Not Your Father’s Bible Study
The Juggle is Real
Three kids. Three. That’s what we’re up against now, Beth and I. I know it can be done, and I know we will be able to handle it (I think).… Read More »The Juggle is Real
Do Not Read This
I use reverse psychology on my son sometimes (Joshua, if you ever read this in the future, you will not like that I did this to you). Some people might argue that… Read More »Do Not Read This
Overwhelmed
Not too long ago, I started taking the calling God has for me more seriously (I know, you’re totally impressed). There’s only one problem: I’m not really sure what God’s… Read More »Overwhelmed
4>3
Did you know that? There’s the 1st and 2nd Reading, and the Gospel, right? What’s missing? If you said the Responsorial Psalm (usually the song between the 1st & 2nd… Read More »4>3
A New Year. Big Deal.
I’ve probably talked about this before, but this time we’re gonna get real. I have tried to start new habits on January 1st of many years (or January 2nd depending… Read More »A New Year. Big Deal.
Righteous
How righteous are you? I don’t ask this in a judgmental way, but in reflective way. In the Gospel today (Matthew 1:18-24), Joseph is called a righteous man, and that… Read More »Righteous
Stained Clothes
It’s hard to avoid. I’ve got my nice clothes on (you know, anything I’ve owned for less than four years). I like the way I look in them, and although… Read More »Stained Clothes
God Bless You?
Sneezes. I really don’t like them. Not because they make snot fly at over 100 mph (which is pretty cool), or that you risk having snot all over the place… Read More »God Bless You?
Holy Daze
Obligation. That word makes going to Mass sound like a chore. Holy Days of Obligation makes it feel like we’re being forced to attend Mass. But in all reality, we… Read More »Holy Daze
Caramel vs. Caramel
I’m writing this with some trepidation. I haven’t yet actually searched which one is right (side note: it’s weird to write ‘searched’ instead of ‘googled.’ Just thought you’d like to… Read More »Caramel vs. Caramel
50…45…40…30…20…10…
In the First Reading this past week (Genesis 18:20-32), we hear the story of Abraham pleading with God for the innocent lives in the city of Sodom. Previous times when… Read More »50…45…40…30…20…10…
Littering and…
People who litter disgust me. I know. I shouldn’t be judging others. But I feel like out of all the things that people do, littering is one of those things… Read More »Littering and…
7/3/16 – Independence Day: The Resurgence of Will Smith
I’m really excited about seeing the sequel to Independence Day. I remember seeing the original for the first time in theaters back when I was in middle school. It was… Read More »7/3/16 – Independence Day: The Resurgence of Will Smith
6/19 – Luke 9:18-24
The more I learn about Scripture, the better it gets. There have been so many times in my life (and by that I mean like, 98% of the times) when… Read More »6/19 – Luke 9:18-24
“Prayer does not merely ‘help’ our relationship with God…prayer is our relationship with God”
This is from Mark Hart’s book A Second Look: Encountering the True Jesus This quote hit me hard. It made me look at prayer in a whole new way. Which… Read More »“Prayer does not merely ‘help’ our relationship with God…prayer is our relationship with God”
Into the Unknown
I can’t tell you how many times I rewrote this article. Starting this blog has been more intimidating than I imagined. I initially thought, “This will be relatively easy –… Read More »Into the Unknown