In the Gospel today (Luke 12:49-53) Jesus tells of his desire to set the earth ablaze with a fire. He says something else that seems contradictory to His person and message: “I have come for division.” In reality, Jesus does not come to bring division, but His presence and message Read more
Today’s Gospel from Luke (8: 4-15) is the rather famous account of the sower who generously scattered seed. So often the ‘take away’ from this account is focused on the ‘good soil’ that yields a rich harvest. However, it seems another important aspect of this teaching of Jesus can be Read more
Isaiah: my house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples. Psalm 67: O God, let all the nations praise you. Romans: St. Paul is sent to the Gentiles. Matthew: To the ‘foreigner,’ Jesus says: “O woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you as Read more
The annual Chrism Mass is perhaps the liturgical celebration of the year which emphasizes the unity of the Church. I wish this evening to focus on this theme of communion, of unity. Communion begins in the heart of God, and is best witnessed in the unity and love shared in Read more
This Thursday, we will celebrate the Chrism Mass in the Cathedral in Cheyenne. For generations, the Chrism Mass in the Diocese of Cheyenne has been held in Casper, due to the more central location. However, as the Chrism Mass is a celebration manifesting in a unique and beautiful way the Read more
Several months ago, I was asked to join a group of bishops from around the world who come together once a year as ‘friends of the Focolare movement.’ Our conference this week is being held at their ‘Mariapolis Center’ in Castle Gandolfo. This facility was originally the audience hall for the Read more
Today’s readings once again give ‘food for thought’ regarding the numerous ways God is present to us. In the Liturgy of Hours this morning, one of the psalm antiphons offered the heading for today’s blog entry: “Adore the Lord in His holy court.” This gave me pause to think of Read more
In keeping with this series of blog posts in the Octave of Easter, I wish to reflect with you further upon the renewal of Baptismal Promises we made on Easter Sunday. The first point to consider is that the faith we profess comes to us through the Church. The Church Read more
Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Catherine of Siena. Those who know me know that she is a favorite of mine, for many reasons. She was a woman of great faith, whose love for the Lord was intense, mystical, persevering, and shown in practical and fruitful ways in her Read more