Sometimes it is easy to see why Jesus chose Peter as the foundation of our church. Although he certainly made some mistakes, Peter was blessed…

It is a certainty in life that things will change. There are times when we enjoy the changes and other times when they can be painful.…

”Master,” Simon answered, “we worked hard all night long and caught nothing. But if you say so, I will let down the nets.” They let…

“While Jesus was praying, the heavens opened.” God is within us and around us and above us and before us, and when we recognize this,…

The word gospel translates to “good news.” Through the gospel readings we see the grace of God in action. Jesus’ transformative words brought hope, joy,…

Our reflection from the readings this week is: “Jesus said, ‘My time has not yet come.’ But Jesus’ mother then told the servants, ‘Do whatever…

Our reflection from the readings this week is: “The one who comes will baptize you with fire and the Spirit.” Fire and the Spirit—courage in…

It’s easy for us to see the difficulties that can emerge in relationships between people of different cultures. In Sunday’s readings we are told that…