Story Type: Lent
Comfort the Afflicted: The Gift of the Breath of Life
Forgive Offenses Willingly: Open the Door to Loving Kindness
Bear Wrongs Patiently: An Act of Loving Rebellion
Admonish the Sinner: Admonishment or Conversion?
Counsel the Doubtful: Embrace the Freedom, Open Your Heart to Doubt
Instruct the Ignorant: Make the Transformation Real
Preparing for Lent With Your Whole Heart
Reflection on Easter Life
By Sister Carolyn McWatters — These days, in the northern hemisphere, we are offered a splendid visual metaphor for Jesus’ risen life which Easter celebrates. Our senses are engaged by the feel, the sight and the smells of breezes, sunlight, baby animals and the gorgeous display of flowers and trees in bloom. Fresh, new life abounds, enlivening us with wonder and gratitude. Divinity is truly on display!
The Gift of Service: A Reflection for Holy Thursday
By Sister Jeanne O’Rourke — Holy Thursday not only calls us to serve one another, but, most importantly, to bring our gift of service to the table of the Lord where we hear the words spoken by Jesus. It is here we receive the GIFT.
Celebration in Guyana: A reflection for Palm Sunday
By Sister Denise Lyttle — Guyana is a diverse country, ethnically and religiously. Christians are the minority. Palm Sunday and Good Friday are our biggest public witness. As part of our celebration we re-enact the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem by having processions throughout the streets of Guyana.
Bury the Dead
By Sister Sheila Stevenson —
Mercy and compassion are never more needed than at the time of death and all that surrounds this often unexpected period. To bury the dead is a call and gift extending beyond the act of burying. It can be cultivated over time; I know this from my own life.