Today, Father Jerry reflects on the Gospel of John. Caiaphas said to the other priests, “You know nothing, nor do you consider that it is better for you that one man should die instead of the people, so that the whole nation may not perish.” In Father’s homily, a priest approaches his brother, a lawyer, […]
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Friday of the 5th Week of Lent, 2020
In today’s Gospel from the Book of John, a group of people were preparing to throw rocks at Jesus, and then they tried to arrest him, but he was able to escape across the Jordan River. In today’s homily from Father Jerry, a Buddhist master asks a group of his students to go into town […]
Continue ReadingThursday of the 5th Week of Lent, 2020
In today’s message, Father Jerry explains why President Abraham Lincoln hesitated not once, but twice, to sign the Emancipation Proclamation. The fascinating reason may strengthen your courage and vision this Lent. Watch the brief video below.
Continue ReadingWednesday of the 5th Week of Lent, 2020
In today’s homily, Father Jerry tells a story: “I’m innocent! I’m innocent!” shouted a young and clever man who was set to be killed by a tyrannical king, trying to prevent his daughter from marrying a “worthless peasant.” Gracious God, open our hearts to accept what is good, right and just, despite what it costs. […]
Continue ReadingTuesday of the 5th Week of Lent, 2020
“In the spirit of Jesus’ example of selfless generosity, we need to stay home,” said Father Jerry in today’s homily. The challenge is to see our stay-at-home orders through the lens of God’s compassion, and to “act out of an understanding and appreciation for the common good.” See Father’s full message in the video below. […]
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