22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted by Christine Rasure on 8/25/22

How to be a Christ-like “invitee” and “inviter!”Have you ever had to juggle seating arrangements for a big dinner? Maybe a wedding banquet or a business meal? It can be hazardous to your peace of mind. Where I want to sit and who I want to sit with are ... Read More »

21st Sunday In Ordinary Time

Posted by Christine Rasure on 8/17/22

Are We Uncomfortable Yet?“… the narrow gate”; “… I do not know where you are from?”; “… the first will be last.” These passages from the Gospel today should make us squirm in our seats. We should be quite uncomfortable with the consequences of tepid participation in Jesus’ gospel ... Read More »

20th Sunday In Ordinary Time

Posted by Christine Rasure on 8/13/22

A Pyromaniac? A Terrorist?Jesus is talking about “playing with fire” in his ministry. What is he talking about? “I have come to set the earth on fire, and how I wish it was blazing!” Today he could get arrested for talking like this!

The Jewish heritage of Jesus is ... Read More »

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted by Christine Rasure on 8/07/22

Ready to open when he comes and knocks?Does the front door of our heart and soul have a “ring” doorbell? Or is it just a plain door where you cannot see who is knocking? The sayings and parables of today’s gospel are linked together with the themes of vigilance, ... Read More »