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Biblical reflections

Sunday’s gospel reflections written by the Xaverian Missionaries.

Jesus Calming the Storm

The story of Jesus appeasing the stormy waters of the lake is not so much a chronological report of one of Jesus's powerful mirac…

Jesus Calming the Storm

The Beauty of a Sprouting Seed

One of the most satisfying videos on the internet is to see how the seeds sprout from the ground, how little by little they germi…

Family Membership of God

Prior to today’s Gospel reading, Jesus went up to the mountain and called the disciples. (Mrk 3:13-19). Then, when Jesus came dow…

The Tangible Presence of God

The solemnity of Corpus Christi, that is, the Most Holy Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ, celebrates what we know and cont…

Mk 14:12-16, 22-26

The Trinity is on the move

During the house blessings in one area of our parish, I came across a person very hospitable and kind. I also noticed her strong…

Matthew 28:16-20

Pentecost: a movement from introvert to extravert

Last month, I received the personality test results of some of my seminarians. I shared their results with them and asked if they…

He Ascended into Heaven

I would like to begin this reflection on the solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord with the letter to the Hebrews, “For here we…

Love according to the mind of Christ

As we come close to the end of the Easter season, today’s Gospel — John Chapter 15 — brings us back to the Last Supper, when we h…

Jesus the Vine, and We the Branches

Jesus uses the vine and branches metaphor to illustrate our relationship with Him: “He is the vine, and we are the branches.” Jus…

He gives, knows and cares

Jesus affirms He is the Good Shepherd who gives (lays down) His life for the sheep. He knows His sheep by name and He cares for t…

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