September 19, 2026

September 19, 2026

1Corinthians 15:35-49 tells us four characteristics of the body that change with resurrection:  Perishable. Our body was not built to last forever; the risen body is.                                                                                                     ...
September 18, 2026

September 18, 2026

In 1Corinthians 15:12-20, Paul puts things pretty bluntly: “If our hopes in Christ are limited to this life only, we are the most pitiable of all people.” Would you say that? About yourself?  How much practical difference does the resurrection of Jesus make to you?...
September 17, 2026

September 17, 2026

In 1Corinthians 15:1-11, Paul reminds us to be grateful for the legacy of faith, hope, and love handed down to us by faithful stewards in the Church since the time of Christ. This legacy is entrusted to our stewardship now, to be preserved intact and handed on to...
September 16, 2026

September 16, 2026

1Corinthians 12:31 to 13:13 is known as Paul’s “hymn to love.” But it is more precisely a hymn to maturity. Paul is talking about the passage from “childish ways” to maturity, from what is imperfect to perfect, partial to full.   When I was a child, I spoke like a...
September 15, 2026

September 15, 2026

The Church traditionally commemorates seven “sorrows” of Mary:   Simeon prophesies that a “sword” will pierce Mary’s soul (Luke 2:34-35);  The flight into Egypt (Matthew 2:13); Jesus is “lost” three days (Luke 2:41-50); Mary sees Jesus carrying his cross;   Mary sees...