The second model for evangelization I propose is found in John’s Gospel. In Chapter 1:43-51, the scripture proclaims how Jesus called Phillip and Nathaniel. The beginning of the account is rather brief. Jesus calls Philip, and Philip’s response is to...

to stand alone in the midst of a crowd, a congregation of sorts, loud in support and praise but intermingled with opposition we are raised in these conflicts, matured by their struggles nurtured by their victories a team stands like...

The first model I would propose for evangelization is found in the Gospel account of the Visitation. In Luke 1:39-56, the scripture proclaims how the Blessed Virgin Mary visited her cousin Elizabeth. This account is a mixture of the profound...

“He has revealed to mankind who he is. This definitive self-revelation of God is the fundamental reason why the Church is missionary by her very nature. She cannot do other than proclaim the Gospel, that is, the fullness of the...

"O that you would kiss me with the kisses of your mouth" (Song of Songs 1:2) The following is a meditation on this line. The mouth is the source of many important aspects of human existence. It is the place...

One of the most interesting titles of the Devil is the accuser. The truth conveyed by this Biblical title is that the Devil attacks us through accusing us of our sins. He tries to convince us that our sins cannot...

This is a homily based on Luke 5:12-16 One of the most vivid images of war and torment was the pictures of the concentration camps that existed in Nazi Germany and throughout Europe. As students, we have all been exposed...

If you have heard the term asceticism, chances are you have thought about it in terms of fasting and penance. What might come to mind are Monks and Religious who would do lengthy fasts and make great sacrifices for the...

I have recently been re-reading the poetry of e.e. cummings. When I was younger, I was fascinated by his poetry, and he had a major influence on me. To be honest, it was probably not for the better. Putting my...