10-16-22 - 29th Sunday OT - Fr. Leo Schneider

Posted by Jennifer Stephan on 10/12/22

29th Sunday - Fr. Leo

Faith is believing in the goodness of God in good times and in bad.  Much like a marriage relationship that may have rocky moments.  Faith is a daily commitment to trust in God.  To know that above the clouds on the gloomiest day, the sun is still ... Read More »

10-09-22 - 28 OT C - Fr. Leo Schneider

Posted by Jennifer Stephan on 10/04/22

28th Sunday - Fr. Leo

We often remind ourselves that faith is a gift from God given to us through the Holy Spirit.  Our first reading from the Second Book of Kings gives us an example.  After Naaman is healed of leprosy through the intersession of Elisha, he wants to give ... Read More »

10-02-22 - 27 OT C - Fr. Leo Schneider

Posted by Jennifer Stephan on 9/29/22

27th Sunday - Fr. Leo

For richer and poorer, in sickness and in heath, are two phrases we hear exchanged in wedding vows.  They hint that there will be good times and bad.  It’s part of any relationship.  It is a part of life.  

Today’s scriptures seem to be preparing us for ... Read More »

9-25-22 - 26th Sunday OT - Fr. Leo

Posted by Jennifer Stephan on 9/20/22

26th Sunday - Fr. Leo

“Then Abraham said, ‘If they will not listen to Moses and the Prophets, neither will they be persuaded if someone should rise from the dead.” (Lk 6:31)

Jewish heritage is our heritage as well.  Jesus was a Jew who’s life and meaning are routed in ... Read More »

9-18-22 - 25th Sunday OT - Fr. Leo

Posted by Jennifer Stephan on 9/13/22

25th Sunday - Fr. Leo

Our first reading from the prophet Amos, followed by Psalm 113, are words of hope and celebration.  The lowly will be lifted up and oppressors will receive their justice.  Meaning, how we treat others, matters.  The lowly rejoice in this truth and sing; “Praise the Lord who ... Read More »

9-11-22 - 24th Sunday OT - Fr. Leo

Posted by Jennifer Stephan on 9/01/22

24th Sunday - Fr. Leo

Clearly our scriptures today, are about God’s mercy and infinite desire to share himself with us.  In our first reading, Moses entreats God not to destroy his people who have turned aside from the way he pointed out to them. In his mercy, God relented ... Read More »

9-04-22 - 23rd Sunday OT - Fr. Leo

Posted by Jennifer Stephan on 8/31/22

23rd Sunday - Fr. Leo

“In the same way, anyone of you who does not renounce all his possessions cannot be my disciple” (LK 14:33)

Luke’s gospel seems to suggest that we live in two worlds at the same time.  We live as humans on planet earth and as disciples ... Read More »

8-28-22 - 22nd Sunday OT - Fr. Leo

Posted by Jennifer Stephan on 8/23/22

22nd Sunday - Fr. Leo

Ultimate humility is knowing we are created and loved by God.  Humility allows us to live knowing that God wants us to share in God’s divinity.  When we are humble in the Spirit, we don’t have to seek places of honor, greatness of reputation, or worldly ... Read More »

8-21-22 - 21st Sunday OT - Fr. Leo

Posted by Jennifer Stephan on 8/18/22

21st Sunday - Fr. Leo

In Paul’s letter to the Hebrews, he speaks about the discipline that is necessary for true discipleship.  Discipline is the handmade of humility.  In order for us to be faithful to God’s truth and love, we will from time to time have to discipline ourselves ... Read More »

8-14-22 - 20th Sunday OT - Fr. Leo

Posted by Jennifer Stephan on 8/09/22

20th Sunday - Fr. Leo

In our first reading from the Prophet Jeremiah, the Lord rescues him from death.  Though cast in a dark well of mud, Jeremiah is brought into the light by the grace of God. Our psalm today could be his rejoicing. “You are my help and ... Read More »