Browsing the August 2022 archive of Pastor's Column

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 »

8-07-22 - 19th Sunday OT - Fr. Leo

Posted by Jennifer Stephan on 8/01/22

19th Sunday - Fr. Leo

Michael Casey’s book, “Living in the Truth,” talks about why people don’t like religion.  One of the reasons he sites, is the Me-First culture which is an expression of hedonism.  Religion sets boundaries and some people want to live as if there were no boundaries.  Our current ... Read More »