- As I Have Loved | Friar Reflections | Fifth Sunday of Easter May 16, 2025 - Saints of God…the Lord be with you! What you don’t hear explained about the Gospel reading (John 13:31-33a; 34-35) is that it is a continuation and explanation of the pericope of Jesus washing the disciples’ feet on Holy Thursday. In other words, the washing of the feet begins the glory of Jesus’ death on the … Read More As I Have Loved | Friar Reflections | Fifth Sunday of Easter
- The Church Seeks A Shepherd | Friar Reflections | Fourth Sunday of Easter May 11, 2025 - My Good Friends, As you read this reflection, the Church may have already elected the successor of Pope Francis. In the event there is no new Bishop of Rome at this point in time, I offer my humble thoughts… As the Catholic Church elects a new pope, this moment coincides with Good Shepherd Sunday, offering … Read More The Church Seeks A Shepherd | Friar Reflections | Fourth Sunday of Easter
- Habemus Papam | Welcome Pope Leo XIV May 8, 2025 - “God loves us, all of us, evil will not prevail. We are all in the hands of God. Without fear, united, hand in hand with God and among ourselves, we will go forward.” These were a few of the first words we heard from our new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, during his initial address … Read More Habemus Papam | Welcome Pope Leo XIV
