Posted by Fr Dennis Wieland
The Gospels contain many parables. Jesus’ favorite method of teaching was using parables. In doing so, he was following the tradition of the rabbis at the time. Why was teaching in parables so important and fruitful?
Once there was a famous rabbi who loved to illustrate a truth by ... Read More »
Posted by Fr Dennis Wieland
Jesus says to us in today’s Gospel account, “Take my yoke upon you and learn from me for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves.” The virtues of humility and meekness don’t appear to make much sense in our world today.
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Posted by Fr Dennis Wieland
Our First Reading from the Second Book of Kings and our Gospel account today both speak of the importance of hospitality. One of the joys in life is to meet a warm, friendly, hospitable person. Hospitality is one of the hallmarks of a true disciple.
I’ve noticed these past ... Read More »
Posted by Fr Dennis Wieland
Today’s Gospel account has Jesus calling for witnesses, that is, people who are not afraid to be seen as his disciples in a sometimes hostile world. Fear is something that can hold a person back from being a bold witness to the Gospel. Jesus told his apostles, “Do not ... Read More »
Posted by Fr Dennis Wieland
There was a story told by the late Cardinal Basil Hume when he was the Archbishop of Westminster about his visit to Ethiopia during the time when a great famine struck the country during the years 1984-1986. One of the settlements he visited was up in the hills where ... Read More »
Posted by Fr Dennis Wieland
“O most holy Trinity, undivided unity, Holy God, mighty God, God immortal be adored!”
Today we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, professing our faith in the truth that there are Three Persons, One God. What an awesome and powerful Mystery for us to reflect on.
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Posted by Fr Dennis Wieland
“Come, Holy Spirit, enlighten our minds and enkindle with us the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and renew the face of the earth!”
Many folks are familiar with the saying, “If March roars in like a lion, it will go out like a lamb.” March is ... Read More »
Posted by Fr Dennis Wieland
We know that in every court case witnesses play a crucial role. Without the presence of at least one credible witness, the case will surely be lost. The task of the witness is simple. The person is to supply evidence that supports the claims being made. A witness needs ... Read More »
Posted by Fr Dennis Wieland
Today’s Gospel account has us once again in the Upper Room in Jerusalem on the night before Jesus died. Jesus continues to have a heart-to-heart conversation with his disciples. During the conversation he tells them, “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.”
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Posted by Fr Dennis Wieland
There comes a time in the lives of all believers when things get dark, and one has to believe what one cannot prove, and to accept it though they cannot understand or make sense out of what is happening. It is precisely at times such as this that we ... Read More »