Browsing the May 2023 archive of PARISH BLOG - INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEK
The disciples at Pentecost
Posted by Lenny Ricciardelli on 5/26/23
The disciples at Pentecost were given the grace to speak in the tongues of many nations. When we engage with those who do not believe, who disagree with us, are we speaking the right language? We have to use the words they are able to understand — not just ... Read More »
When the world sees us, do they see to whom we belong?
Posted by Lenny Ricciardelli on 5/20/23
When the world sees us, do they see to whom we belong? In what ways are we most manifestly Christian? In prayer, in service, in sacrifice? Whatever it is, let us devote ourselves to it with one accord, so that Jesus Christ may be glorified in all that we do.
We will keep his commandments
Posted by Lenny Ricciardelli on 5/10/23
If we love Christ, we will keep his commandments, and the world will not accept us. But we are not left orphans — God sends us an Advocate. Come, Holy Spirit, and renew the face of the earth!
To those who persist in faith
Posted by Lenny Ricciardelli on 5/04/23
To those who persist in faith, the truth is a living stone, strong enough to support the weight of real joy. To those who despair of faith, it is a stumbling block. The truth will always be in their way.