Fr. Bob’s Weekly Reflections

This Gospel of the transfiguration is so rich; there is so much for a homilist to talk about. For the first time, the apostles saw beyond and behind and within the man.

A young man by the name of Piri Thomas once wrote a book called, “Down These Mean Streets.” It describes his conversion from being a convict, a drug addict, and an attempted killer.

Referring to Leper’s Jewish Law was very plain….Keep Them Outside of the Camp. Leviticus shows us today that leprosy rendered one unworthy to worship.

Imagine a small tavern in the Polish countryside, run by a husband and wife, where life keeps the same pace, day in and day out.

Today we read about Jesus speaking in the synagogue at Capernaum. Mark does not tell us a single word that He spoke. Instead, he deals with the reaction of the listeners, and it seems they were divided.

The first reading usually gets ignored, so maybe it is time to take a look at Jonah. When we hear his name we think of one or two things: three days in the belly of a whale, or a character who brings bad luck wherever he goes.

In today’s gospel, John is unselfishly fulfilling his vocation. He points out Jesus to his disciples steering people toward the Lord.

The story of our redemption is very quiet, starting in a stable, no fuss. A normal life in Nazareth. Jesus went to John alone to be baptized.

Imagine a small tavern in the Polish countryside, run by a husband and wife, where life keeps the same pace, day in and day out.

Today is the Feast of the Holy Family. Fortunately, most of us value the gift of family, treasure it, and understand its importance for both society and church.