Tuesday, August 5, 2025 Nm 12:1-13; Mt 14:22-36 Today’s Gospel highlights two contrasting images of faith. On the one hand, we see Peter stepping out onto the water, only to begin sinking when fear overtakes him. On the other hand, we see the crowds rushing to touch just the tassel of Jesus’ cloak, and as […]
Sunday, August 3, 2025 Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Eccl 1:2, 2:21-23; Col 3:1-5, 9-11; Lk 12:13-21 The eighteenth Sunday in ordinary time reminds us of the social function of wealth and invites us to embrace a life of fraternal charity. The readings of the day highlight that only a heart free of greed can
Saturday, August 2, 2025 Lev 25: 1, 8-17; Mt 14: 1-12 Today’s Gospel highlights the cost of being messengers of truth through the martyrdom of John the Baptist. John’s life and martyrdom help us with compelling insights for reflection. 1. If John the Baptist had wanted, he could have been a people pleaser and befriended
