Category Archives: Desert Reflections

Fr Greg is struck by God’s choice of Mary and Joseph to form Jesus’ family – just ordinary, humble people. What makes a family, he concludes, is not biology: what makes a family is respect, understanding, safety and care – … Continue reading →

Fr Greg believes that the reason Andrew and Peter (and many others) left everything and followed Jesus may be simpler than some scripture scholars suppose: Following Jesus brought happiness into their lives – as it can in ours. Today’s Readings … Continue reading →

Fr Peter asks who would not like to live on the Mountain of the Lord described in today’s reading from Isaiah – God’s Holy Mountain where all are cared for; the place where all God’s creatures live in harmony? To … Continue reading →

Fr Peter begins his reflection with the Song of Moses and the Lamb from today’s first reading. If we sing the song of Jesus, the Lamb, at the still center of our hearts, then none of the events Jesus describes … Continue reading →

Fr Peter reflects on the awesomeness of God revealed in today’s first reading. When we act from the revolutionary idea that it is God who is at our center and that it is we who revolve around him – rather … Continue reading →

Father Greg explains, “We are made to hear the voice of God speaking to our hearts.” Today’s Readings, “I will write my law upon their hearts.” The Book of Jeremiah, 31:31-34 “I will give you the keys to the kingdom … Continue reading →

Father Greg explains, “It is easy to forget who you really are.  ‘Spark that best self of you’ and bring it back into your life.” Today’s Readings, “Sow for yourselves justice, reap the fruit of piety.” The Book of Hosea, … Continue reading →

Father Charlie suggests we follow Pope Francis’ lead and apologize to those who we’ve marginalized by our words and actions. Today’s Reading, “I desire mercy, not sacrifice. The Gospel of Matthew, 9:9-13