Lent

The reality of the resurrection encourages us to move through the world with boldness, courage and hope that love and liberation will prevail.

On this day of wild possibilities and unexpected events, may we take up Easter energy in our lives as we move through the world.

Holy Saturday offers us a time to reflect on all that is uncertain, unfinished, unresolved or unwelcomed in our lives.

We cannot use the Prince of Peace to justify war or violence because that is not how Jesus lived or what he stood for.

On Holy Thursday, Jesus offers his followers - not a theological concept - but an embodied practice that takes us into the world.

The figure of Judas offers us a lot to reflect on. Instead of listening to God's voice, Judas listened to other voices to guide his actions.

During Holy Week we encounter some of the difficult experiences in life that can prompt a dark night of the soul.

When Mary anoints Jesus, she embodies the extravagant love of Jesus in the world - a love that is meant to be shared with everyone.

On Palm Sunday, Jesus aligned himself with the excluded, and confronted the political forces of empire that crush so many people.

While often sentimentalized in our culture, gospel love is an active force that seeks justice and care for neighbor - even our enemies.

Jesus returns to the wilderness to remember who he is, what he is here for and to find strength for the journey.

We are reminded in today's readings of our deep kinship and connection - with the past and the future - and to remember that bond.