Browsing the September 2022 archive of Pastor's Column

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 »