How Often Must I Forgive My Brother?

Today’s Gospel begins with a question from Peter that many of us have also asked in our hearts: “Lord, if my brother sins against me, how often must I forgive him? As many as seven times?” Peter probably thought he...

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Prayer for Labor Day

As the sun rises to bring in the new day: We remember those who descend into the earth, their work begins in darkness, pulling from the earth, the resources we steward. We remember those who work inside a building away...

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Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself

In this weekend’s Gospel, Jesus foretells his Passion, death, and Resurrection. In response to Peter, Jesus offers one of his most profound teachings: “Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.” This...

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A Simple Surrender

This Sunday’s reading comes from Paul’s letter to the Romans. Paul doesn’t try to resolve the mystery of the wisdom of God. A few lines later, he answers it the only way he can — with surrender: “Oh, the depth...

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