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“With My Own Eyes”

Posted by debbie fields on 3/14/18

“With My Own Eyes”

 

For Sunday, March 18, 2018 Fifth Sunday of Lent

Jeremiah 31:31-34 Hebrews 5:7-9 John 12:20-33

I remember the first time I was in the exam room as the ophthalmologist tested various prescription strengths for glasses. “Which is better … 1 or 2 … 2 ... Read More »

Choosing a Life of Light

Posted by debbie fields on 3/07/18

Choosing a Life of Light

  

For Sunday, March 11, 2018 Fourth Sunday of Lent

2 Chronicles 36:14-16, 19-23 Ephesians 2:4-10 John 3:14-21

As a military family, we often find ourselves living far from those closest to us and going at life alone. While some years have felt lonely, ... Read More »

The Recovery of Sacred Things

Posted by debbie fields on 2/28/18

The Recovery of Sacred Things  

 

For Sunday, March 4, 2018 Second Sunday of Lent

Exodus 20:1-17 1 Corinthians 1:22-25 John 2:13-25

“When is the last time you were alone — really alone — and how did it feel?” I asked a room full of teenagers. They discussed ... Read More »

Faith in Uncertain Times

Posted by debbie fields on 2/23/18

Faith in Uncertain Times  

For Sunday, February 25, 2018 Second Sunday of Lent

Genesis 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18 Romans 8:31b-34 Mark 9:2-10

Life can be uncertain. Fergie sings a version of the National Anthem that belongs more in a jazz lounge than the NBA All-Star game. For those ... Read More »

Mercy Flows From the Flood

Posted by debbie fields on 2/14/18

Mercy Flows From the Flood  

For Sunday, February 18, 2018 First Sunday of Lent

Genesis 9:8-15 1 Peter 3:18-22 Mark 1:12-15

The story of Noah and the flood is one of the most fascinating narratives in the Bible. Not only is it a gripping saga of survival, it also ... Read More »

What Is the Rudder in Your Life?

Posted by debbie fields on 2/07/18

What Is the Rudder in Your Life?  

 

For Sunday, February 11, 2018 Sixth Sunday of Ordinary Time

Leviticus 13:1-2, 44-46 1 Corinthians 10:31—11:1 Mark 1:40-45

“If you wish, you can make me clean … I do will it. Be made clean.” This dialogue can easily be on ... Read More »

Working for the Kingdom

Posted by debbie fields on 1/31/18

Working for the Kingdom  

 

Job 7:1-4, 6-7 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23 Mark 1:29-39

Part of the genius of Saint Benedict of Nursia was his emphasis on a balance of work and prayer. Saint Benedict, who founded 12 monasteries in Italy in the 6th century, brought together ... Read More »

Jesus’ Power Over Evil

Posted by debbie fields on 1/24/18

Jesus’ Power Over Evil   

For Sunday, January 28, 2018 Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time

Deuteronomy 18:15-20 1 Corinthians 7:32-35 Mark 1:21-28

Imagine what the scene would have been like 2,000 years ago when Jesus preached at the synagogue in Capernaum. Right before their eyes, demons were being cast ... Read More »

Sewing for the Kingdom

Posted by debbie fields on 1/17/18

Sewing for the Kingdom  

 

For Sunday, January 21, 2018 Third Sunday of Ordinary Time

Jonah 3:1-5, 10 1 Corinthians 7:29-31 Mark 1:14-20

My favorite childhood movie is The Three Amigos. In this comedy, three American cowboy-actors come to the realization that their movie career is dwindling and ... Read More »

Speak, Lord. Your Servant Is Listening

Posted by debbie fields on 1/10/18

Speak, Lord. Your Servant Is Listening  

 

For Sunday, January 14, 2018 Second Sunday of Ordinary Time

1 Samuel 3:3b-10, 19 1 Corinthians 6:13c-15a, 17-20 John 1:35-42

Now that the Christmas season is officially over, my family and I are slowly trying to get back into the daily ... Read More »