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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »