dialogue around the meaning of the words we use when speaking of the mystery we call GOD
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) is a unique approach religious education that nurtures a profound and joyful connection between children and God. Deeply rooted in the Montessori method, CGS celebrates the spiritual values inherent in childhood, emphasizing contemplation of the deepest mysteries of our faith and the enjoyment of God. Dr. Maria Montessori, the... Continue Reading →
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https://youtu.be/9Uk-XathtjE Video Reflection There is a spin off-on the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector that has been around for quite a while. The Christian version has a priest and a deacon kneeling around the altar praying together. The priest says ” Lord, have mercy on me a sinner.” The deacon prays “Lord,... Continue Reading →
Let's consider the parable of The Sower found in the Gospel of Matthew 13:2-9. Many of us believe that Jesus is inviting us to think about how ready we are to receive God’s word in this parable. To judge what kind of soil we are and to straighten up and fly right so to speak... Continue Reading →
I was reading through some old journal notes the other day and stumbled upon this story about one of, if not the, most meaningful and overwhelmingly beautiful days of ministry I think I've ever experienced. I was filling in as a substitute catechist in atrium two, which holds grades 2nd-4th. I was leading one of... Continue Reading →
I often get asked during the Lenten season “Does this count?" My answer is always the same: "The spiritual life is not about counting. But if you’re counting, it doesn’t count." Jesus was not about counting. Jesus was about transformation and that is what our Lenten disciplines are designed to lead us to. The first... Continue Reading →
According to John Shea, renowned theologian and professional storyteller, the parable of the Persistent Widow found in Luke 18:1-8 violates rule number one of good storytelling. The author of the Gospel of Luke tells us the moral of the story before telling us the story itself. It reads “Jesus told his disciples a parable about... Continue Reading →
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