Browsing the July 2022 archive of Fr. Bob's Columns
18th Sunday In Ordinary Time
Posted by Christine Rasure on 7/28/22
“Vanity of vanities?”Every three years we hear this enigmatic phrase from the Old Testament scripture reading. And what in the world does it mean? The Greek word used here really means a “vapor” or “fog.” But the deeper meaning is something that is “transitory” – here one moment and ... Read More »
16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Posted by Christine Rasure on 7/16/22
What is Genuine Christian Hospitality? When Jesus arrives at Martha and Mary’s home, no doubt he was not alone but had his entourage of 12 disciples with him. No wonder Martha was worried about getting her sister’s help in providing hospitality with a fine meal on the table. ... Read More »
15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Posted by Christine Rasure on 7/08/22
“And who is my neighbor?”Today we have the familiar parable of the Good Samaritan from Jesus, our teacher of wisdom. A scholar of Jewish scripture and law questioned our Lord about what we absolutely must do to get to heaven. In his wisdom, Jesus turned the question back on ... Read More »