Dec
THE LOOM OF THE CLARETIAN FAMILY December 7, 2021. We begin the day giving thanks to God for what we are weaving in this X World Encounter of the Claretian Family. It is God who sets the loom, who unites the colours, who moves the hands that weave, who keeps the light in the room, who […]
December 9, Thursday SECOND WEEK OF ADVENT It is heartening to hear these days a strong and repeated message of encouragement. This is what we believe in if we trust in the nearness of God in his Son Jesus Christ. When people […]
Dec
Reflection: Matthew 11:11-15 There are some strange words in the gospel today: “From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven suffers violence, and the violent are taking it by force.” The meaning seems to refer to those who are using violence to prevent people from entering the Kingdom and pulling […]
SECOND WEEK OF ADVENT God Saves the Poor Introduction It is heartening to hear these days a strong and repeated message of encouragement. This is what we believe in if we trust in the nearness of God in his Son Jesus Christ. […]
Dec
Offer up the little pains of parenting A mother rethinks the small sufferings of parenthood. I’ve always cringed when I hear the expression “offer it up.” While the phrase actually refers to something called redemptive suffering—the idea that our suffering can unite with Christ’s on the cross and, in doing so, can take on redemptive power […]
Dec
What is the X in Xmas? Even though we usually write Xmas for convenience, we are continuing with a sacred tradition. Abbreviations can be a blessing. At least I think so. They make communication easier. In the 21st century, an example of this is the way we often text with friends and family. Once you […]