So many of Jesus’ parables use plants, and in this case, trees to make their point. The good tree bears good fruit. The bad treat bears bad fruit. If a tree is bad, it is cut down and thrown into the fire. In the story Little Red Riding Hood, there is a wolf disguised as […]
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The Feast of Saints John Fisher & Thomas More
Jesus challenges us to follow Him through the narrow gate, the entry that forces us to bend down and squeeze through, with selfless generosity, to let go of all our baggage, to pass through to the hard road that leads to God’s dwelling place. We can be on the right path with three choices: 1) […]
Continue ReadingThe Feast of Saint Aloysius Gonzaga
Jesus said to his disciples: “Stop judging, that you may not be judged. For as you judge, so will you be judged, and the measure with which you measure will be measured out to you.” Let’s be honest. We love to criticize. We thrive on watching television pundits slam those who do not share their […]
Continue ReadingFather’s Day at All Hallows – The 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Father Jerry’s video to celebrate Father’s Day is available below. As more parishioners feel safe and comfortable attending Mass in-person at All Hallows, we wanted to let you know that Father Jerry plans to send daily videos to you through Independence Day, July 4th. He has enjoyed the opportunity to share God’s Word with you […]
Continue ReadingSaturday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time
If we are anxious about tomorrow, we will be continually anxious, for tomorrow never arrives! Too often we find ourselves being torn in several directions at once. The demands of being a spouse, a parent, a son, a daughter, a brother, or sister pull us in several different directions. At the same time, the responsibilities […]
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