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Reflection for Aug. 17, 2014

Mom's persistence says volumes about her faith in Jesus

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

Reflection for Aug. 10, 2014

Keeping our eyes on the Lord helps us navigate life's storms

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

Reflection for Aug. 3, 2014

God's infinite mercy is woven throughout the ages

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

Reflection for July 27, 2014

Longing for God can inspire pearls of wisdom

by Carla Schommer St. Francis Convent Director When the Lord told Solomon in a dream to ask Him for anything and it will be given, Solomon did not ask for riches, or a long life, or the life of... Read More

Reflection for July 20, 2014

Seeds vs. weeds: Which one is thriving in your faith garden?

by Sister Mary Kabat Are there changes you wish to make in your life -- exercise regularly, eat healthier, improve a relationship, take more time for prayer, read a good book?  We all know there... Read More

Reflection for July 13, 2014

Tender care of our hearts and minds allows God's seeds to bear fruit

by Sister Agnes Fischer In Sunday's Gospel, Jesus talks about seeds eaten by birds, dried up by the sun, choked by thorns, and about seeds that produce good fruit. Watch out for the birds, the... Read More

Reflection for July 6, 2014

The presence of Jesus in our lives shines through to those around us

by Sister Elise Cholewinski Over the past few years June has become one of my favorite months. Classes and programs are finished, my office is in order, and I can look forward to time away. Much of... Read More

Reflection for June 29, 2014

Jesus: 'You shall be my witnesses ... to the ends of the earth'

by Sister Sally Ann Brickner This week our Catholic Church deviates from the Sunday Scripture readings to commemorate the feast of Saints Peter and Paul.  As "disciples on the way," each of them... Read More

Reflection for June 22, 2014

What did Jesus mean by 'eat' and 'drink' of the Son of Man?

by Sister Madonna Swintkoske Sunday's Gospel (John 6:51-58) is a very difficult passage for many. Jesus says, "Amen, Amen, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his... Read More

Reflection for June 15, 2014

Trinity Sunday: Have you joined the dance?

by Sister Charlene Hockers We express the meaning of the Trinity with phrases such as "Three Persons in One God" or "Father, Son and Holy Spirit" or with images of a triangle or three-leaf clover.... Read More