Eleventh Sunday of Ordinary Time-A Oftentimes, when we hear Jesus speak to us about his Kingdom, some of those messages are uncomfortable for us to grapple with. Such is the case with today’s Gospel reading from St. Matthew. It starts with an abundant harvest, but the laborers are few, and we are to ask the … Continue reading The Harvest is Abundant
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The Feast of Pentecost
Today, we celebrate the Feast of Pentecost, commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles, bringing the gifts necessary to continue Jesus' mission through his Church. After his resurrection, even though the doors were locked, Jesus stood before them and bade his peace. “As the Father has sent me, so I send you. … Continue reading The Feast of Pentecost