In today’s reading from the Second Letter of Paul to the Corinthians, we have a wonderful message about the transformative power of generosity. Paul shares the example of the Macedonian churches, who, despite their own hardships, overflowed with abundant generosity in support of the Church in Jerusalem. The reading is an opportunity for us to reflect on our perception of generosity and its place in our life of faith. Continue reading
This coming weekend is the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our gospel reading opens with the ominous, “Therefore do not be afraid of them.” Of course that just raises the question about the identity of “them.” There are verses that are not included in the Sunday gospels, notably Matthew 10:9-25, in which the actions of “them” are described. A summary might include:
“Don’t be afraid” prepares for the sayings about whom the disciples should fear in vv. 28 and 31, a part of our Sunday gospel in which the admonition to not be afraid is repeated. Continue reading
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