by Marc DelMonico | Dec 23, 2022 | Ministry & Spirituality, Scripture Reflections
These last Advent readings invite us to pause … breathe … and to become aware of the sacredness of our lives lived in the grace of God, made present in our flesh through Christ.
by Marc DelMonico | Dec 16, 2022 | Ministry & Spirituality, Scripture Reflections
These readings remind us that God has a plan for history – our common history and our personal ones, and that God is putting that plan into action through Christ.
by Marc DelMonico | Dec 8, 2022 | Ministry & Spirituality, Scripture Reflections
In today’s Gospel, Jesus recognizes in John the Baptist the spiritual return of the prophet Elijah – one of ancient Israel’s greatest prophets, whose resume is highlighted in the first reading from the book of Sirach.
by Marc DelMonico | Dec 4, 2022 | Ministry & Spirituality
My work at the U.S. bishops’ conference this past year has included significant efforts resourcing and promoting Catholic lay ministry and related preparation and formation activities.
by Marc DelMonico | Dec 2, 2022 | Ministry & Spirituality, Scripture Reflections
On this Advent Saturday, the readings invite us to make an important to-do list for our spiritual well being and the well-being of our world.