Daily Reflections
Fr. Brian Pierce OP tells the story of a young Dominican friar, Jorge, who was a missionary in the state of Tabasco in Mexico. Every morning while walking to breakfast from the house he slept in to one where he was to eat, he noticed that an old man was…
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Today the Church commemorates St Dominic, the founder of the Dominican Order popularly known as Order of Preachers. Dominic was a great preacher and pious religious priest who led many souls to piety and to religious life. My reflection comes from the readings suggested for today’s Memorial (1 Cor 2:1-10;…
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What is the need for our faithfulness and loyalty in the face of an uncertain future? If the world is limited and time-bound, and the future of that temporality remains uncertain, what should be our best attitude? Should we choose a life of indifference and recklessness, or take the path…
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Whenever I reflect on the splendor and majesty of the Most High, I cannot but get down on my knees in profound adoration of the One sitting on the throne. The Prophet Daniel had a vision of His glory and attempted to describe His form and magnificence. He called Him…
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We all know that some parts of Scripture are more well-known, are more often read than others. Among the lesser-read books are those of the twelve minor prophets. And among the lesser-read of the minor prophets is surely the prophet Nahum. Today, in fact, is the only time in the…
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Jesus is on his way to Caesarea Philippi with his disciples. That remote, ancient town was developed near a spring that feeds the Jordan River. The Jordan is the source of life for so much of the region. We also know that Jesus was baptized in the Jordan not long…
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My dear brothers and sisters, I pray all is well with you and yours today. As you join me in this reflection, I would ask you to keep two words in mind – 1) Perseverance and 2) Grit. Both words point toward the virtue of courage. And on a deeper…
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When I read the Gospel of today, I continue to wonder why the people at Gennesaret wanted to touch only the tassel of Jesus’ clothing. I read a commentary that referred to such desire as a “pious humility.” Indeed, the people were humble to have asked for only a “touch”…
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Saints are trailblazers, and so is the one we celebrate today—Saint Alphonsus Liguori. It isn’t because they walk paths unknown. Instead, their lives are silent yet audacious witnesses of the life of Christ in everyday life. Their embrace of grace and its silent nudges is so rooted (incarnate) that it…
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A story is told about a rich woman who unexpectedly died without leaving behind a last will and testament. Her children were bickering since each one of them wanted to have the biggest share of the wealth. Therefore, the once strong and loving sibling relationship became divided and distant and…
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