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As my birthday approached this year, I found myself reflecting on the passing of yet another year and all the many blessings that have graced my life in that year. Birthdays aren’t just a day for celebration. They’re also a time for deep gratitude—a time to pause, take stock, and give thanks for the journey.Continue reading “Gratitude and Celebration: Giving Thanks on My Birthday”

In this week’s lectionary Gospel, we are given a series of parables shared by Jesus, each one offering insights into the nature of God and God’s reign. Jesus presents a collection of parables, often referred to as the “Parables of the Kingdom,” which reveal hidden treasures and truths. These parables challenge us to explore theContinue reading “Discovering Hidden Treasures: Unveiling the Parables of the Kingdom”

In the Gospel of Matthew, we encounter the Parable of the Wheat and the Weeds—a profound story shared by Jesus that offers insights into the coexistence of various elements in the world. Jesus paints a picture of a farmer who sows good seed in their field, but an enemy comes during the night and sowsContinue reading “The Parable of the Wheat and the Weeds: Embracing Diversity and Navigating Challenges”

In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus shares a wonderful parable that continues to resonate with us today—the Parable of the Sower. Jesus paints a vivid picture of a sower scattering seed on different types of soil, symbolizing the diverse responses to the message of the kingdom of God. This parable challenges us to examine theContinue reading “Cultivating a Fruitful Heart”

In the Gospel of John, we encounter the figure of St. Thomas the Apostle, a disciple known for his moment of doubt and subsequent VERY profound faith. Thomas’ story, particularly the passage in John 20:24-29, offers us valuable insights into the complex nature of faith and the incredible power of encountering the risen Christ. TheContinue reading “Doubting Thomas: Encountering Faith through Doubt”

I’m sure that it’s not just me. Summer comes, and I find myself regularly entertaining friends and family around the barbecue on the back deck. As a person who really loves to grill and to use my smoker, these opportunities to open my home to others are moments of joy. There is seldom a weekendContinue reading “Embracing Hospitality and Generosity”

As Christians, we are called to navigate the tension between our identity as citizens of any particular nation and our ultimate allegiance to the kingdom of God. National holidays, such as Canada Day, provide an opportunity to reflect on how we approach and engage with these celebrations in the light of our faith. How canContinue reading “Celebrating Canada Day: A Christian Perspective on National Holidays”

In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus calls his disciples to a life of radical commitment and unwavering devotion. He provides them with instructions and warnings, painting a vivid picture of the challenges they will face as his followers. This passage challenges us to examine our own understanding of discipleship and to consider what the costContinue reading “The Cost and Reward of Discipleship”

In the Gospel of Matthew, we find an amazing passage that speaks to our calling as disciples of Christ. Matthew 9:35-10:8 paints a vivid picture of Jesus’ compassion for the crowds, his deep desire for workers in the harvest, and his empowering commissioning of the twelve disciples. This passage not only reveals the heart ofContinue reading “Empowered to Heal and Proclaim”

In the Gospel of Matthew, we encounter a powerful and transformative encounter between Jesus and various individuals in need of healing. In the passages of Matthew 9:9-13 and 18-26, we witness the profound impact of Jesus’ compassion and the transformative power of his touch. In the first encounter, Jesus approaches Matthew, a tax collector, andContinue reading “The Healing Touch of Compassion”