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by Sister Ann Rehrauer The Parable of the Vineyard in Matthew is one in a series in chapters 21 and 22, describing the Kingdom of God.  It's a perfect reading for this time of the year when all of... Read More

by Carla Schommer St. Francis Convent Director Jesus asks a question of faith, not one of social standing, character or reputation: Which son did the will of the Father?  Openness and repentance... Read More

by Sister Jacqueline Capelle Today's Gospel tells us the story of a peaceful and generous vineyard owner. When it was time to harvest the grapes, he went out many times during the day to hire... Read More

by Sister Renee Delvaux This Sunday is the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, which celebrates three historical events: the finding of the true cross by St. Helena, the dedication of the... Read More

by Sister Annette Koss Wisconsin is the third highest state in the U.S. for human trafficking, according to local police. Milwaukee and Highway 41 increase this corridor of evil. On September 11, a... Read More

by Renae Bauer Communications  Director Self-preservation is instinctual, which is probably why Sunday's readings are so challenging.  They speak of losing everything "here" in return for... Read More

by Sister Margaret Mary Halbach Our Gospel for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time gives the question of "Who do you say that I am?" I remember reflecting on this question many times during my annual... Read More

by Sister Paulette Hupfauf The scriptures this Sunday display differing aspects of Jesus' ministry. Isaiah says, "Observe what is right, do what is just for my salvation is about to come.... Read More

by Sister Lynne Marie Simonich Our Gospel for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time brings us to the sea.  Jesus invited Peter to walk on water to come to him.  Peter believed he would be able to do... Read More

by Sister Carolyn Zahringer Sunday's readings are wonderfully complementary. They invite, respond, bless and surprise! Isaiah's words invite us to come -- come heedfully to the Lord and listen - so... Read More