I recently spoke with someone who frustrated me by telling me that her job as a disciple was complete. In other words, she felt that since she had served the …
Jottings from Fr. J.J. – Restructuring
A few years ago, I was asked to preside at the closing Mass for my home parish. It was difficult to stand for the last time at the same altar …
Jottings from Fr. J.J. – HAPPY EASTER!
Easter Sunday arrives each year with lilies, Alleluias, and if we are honest with ourselves, the sudden realization that we could have lived Lent a little more…“Lently.” It is not …
Jottings from Fr. J.J. – Forgiveness
I had an interesting experience in my prayer this morning. I was preparing for a homily about the scripture where Jesus says we must forgive from the heart. I began …