Readings for the Mass at dawn: Isaiah 62:11-12; Titus 3:4-7’ Luke 2: 15-20 Click here to download a PDF of this homily. Preacher: Cathy Kamp Songwriters for How the Grinch Stole Christmas first asked the question, “Where are you Christmas?” Now the song is a staple in our Christmas playlists. This Advent, my wise spiritual director gave me homework—be mindful… read more →
Readings: Malachi 1:14B-2:2B, 8-10; 1 Thessalonians 2:7B-9, 13; Matthew 23: 1-12 Click here to download PDF of this homily. Preacher: Cathy Kamp “It’s a busy time.” How often do we hear this? How often do we say this? Especially as the school year gets underway, Fall sports gear up, and the prospect of Christmas preparations loom on the horizon,… read more →
Readings: Zechariah 9:9-10; Romans 8:9, 11-13; Matthew 11:25-30 Preacher: Cathy Kamp “Yokes” were very important farming equipment in Jesus’ day. They made the work of oxen easier because the burden of weight was shared between two animals. But they had to fit just right to avoid harming the animals. They were tailor-made. There is a legend – some say that… read more →
Readings: Isaiah 50:4-7; Philippians 2: 6-11; Luke 22: 14—23:56 Reflection by Cathy Kamp. In Luke’s account of the Lord’s Passion, the prayer of Jesus is both a guide for us when we pray and a reminder of all that Jesus taught us about divine mercy. This moment of intense prayer follows the narrative of the Last Supper and Jesus’ intercession… read more →