7-04-21 - 14th Sunday OT - Fr. Leo

Posted by Jennifer Stephan on 6/29/21

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Fr. Leo 

The sentence that draws my attention in today’s passage from Mark’s gospel, which I think bears reflection is, “And they took offense at him.”  Truly a sad moment when they close their hearts to Jesus and turn on him.  We have to ... Read More »

6-27-21 - 13 OT - Fr. Leo

Posted by Jennifer Stephan on 6/22/21

13th Sunday OT - Fr. Leo 

Mark’s gospel records many healings in today’s gospel.  The one that catches my attention is the woman who suffered a hemorrhage for twelve years.  Desperate she places her faith In Jesus and simply touches his garment and is cured.  The story could end ... Read More »

6-20-21 - 12 OT - Fr. Leo Schneider

Posted by Jennifer Stephan on 6/15/21

12th Sunday OT - Fr. Leo 

The disciples experience a crisis in today’s gospel.  While out on the water, gales of wind threaten their lives.  Full of fear and anxiety they plea to Jesus to save them.  Coming out of his peaceful sleep, he calms the wind and the waters.

Then ... Read More »

6-13-21 - 11 OT - Fr. Leo Schneider

Posted by Jennifer Stephan on 6/08/21

11th Sunday OT - Fr. Leo 

The gospel today gives us two parables that teach us how to live in God.  First, is the parable of scattering the seed.  The seed is the Word of God, the invitation to live in God.  What is significant in this narrative is ... Read More »