https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/102124.cfm DISCOVERING THE POWER OF A MAGNIFYING GLASS. As a kid, I spotted a magnifying glass on the kitchen counter. I noticed how it made small things bigger. Surprisingly, I later discovered that a magnifying glass could cause fire.   The sun’s beam could be intensified to the degree that it could burn whatever it touched.

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/102024.cfm A Mind-Blowing Mystery is Suffering. Physically, Jesus suffered horribly in His Passion and death. He suffered mentally in the garden before His arrest.        He suffered emotionally from the rejection of people.       Jesus even suffered the abandonment of His closest friends. He died alone.  All His suffering had a purpose. He suffered for

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101624.cfm One little decision can determine our destiny. “Woe to you, Pharisees!”Intoxicated drivers can cause significant harm to themselves and others. The thought, “No harm will come to me,” can be deadly. So, how do people reach the point where they believe their actions carry no consequences? Little decisions we make every day can become

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101424.cfm LET’S GET IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME When teaching, I have asked a question to see if the audience is with me, and no one raises their hand. It leaves an empty feeling inside. Jesus had the same experience. He repeats Himself in today’s gospel because people are not connecting with Him. They don’t