Pro-life reflections and intercessions related to the Sunday readings
Leprosy was regarded with particular dread and abhorrence, not merely because of its hideous character and the risk of contagion, but also because it meant that the afflicted person would be cast out of the community. In fact, it can be compared to mortal sin.
Read MoreJob’s witness reminds us that every person experiences suffering. In our suffering we may feel that there is no end, no solution, to our pain. As Catholics, however, we know that every part of our lives, even suffering, has meaning. St. Paul affirms this when he says that he became weak “to win the weak.” Weakness is not good in itself, but we can choose to be so, in order to better spread the Gospel of Christ.
Read MoreIn the Gospel account, Jesus demonstrates power and authority by casting out the devil, and the people who hear Him preach regard Him as a person of impressive authority. His word, His style of teaching, and His authority were the source of His ability to change lives. Rather than ordering or coercing them, our Lord influenced people to change.
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