by Hans Jorgensen | Aug 27, 2020 | Devotions
“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” Romans 12:21 Sometimes I get weary of all the evil happening in our world. Paul knew how often the little church in Rome felt that, too, and encouraged them to keep on. What helps you continue to seek goodness...
by Hans Jorgensen | Aug 20, 2020 | Devotions
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds…” Romans 12:2“That’s the way the world works.” How often have you heard something like that? How do you feel about it?“Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the...
by St. Timothy | Aug 14, 2020 | Devotions
In Sunday’s gospel, Jesus says to a Canaanite woman, “Woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you as you wish!” (Matthew 15:28). Canaanites weren’t often seen as heroes of biblical passages, yet this woman persists in pushing Jesus till she gets a blessing....
by St. Timothy | Aug 6, 2020 | Devotions
But when Peter noticed the strong wind, he became frightened, and beginning to sink, he cried out, “Lord, save me!” (Mt 14:30) Strong winds – whether literal or figurative – can cause us fear. Peter shows that doubt and sinks into the water. How do you...
