A Maryknoll affiliate who has offered hospitality to migrants for 45 years reflects on the Mass readings for the Fourth Sunday of Advent.
Scripture Reflections
Third Sunday of Advent: A Maryknoll Reflection
“What can we do?” asks Maryknoll Lay Missioner Sarah Bueter, reflecting on Advent, hope and the killing of an environmental activist.
Second Sunday of Advent: A Maryknoll Reflection
Migrants’ stories are like the prophet Isaiah’s voice in the desert, reflects Maryknoll Sister Leila Mattingly, who has served at the border.
First Sunday of Advent: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Father Michael Bassano reflects on the Sunday Mass readings in the context of mission in a displaced people’s camp in South Sudan.
King of the Universe: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Father John Spain, who serves in El Salvador, reflects on the Solemnity of Christ the King and the legacy of Saint Óscar Romero.
Forging Forgiveness: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Sister Giang Nguyen reflects on the Sunday Mass readings in light of her mission on a peace team helping people find forgiveness.
Elijah and the Widow: A Maryknoll Reflection
A reflection by the late Maryknoll Father Wayman Deasy reflects on hospitality in Tanzania and the upcoming Sunday Mass readings.
The First Commandment: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Father Michael Walsh reflects on Jesus’ response to the question of which is the first of all the commandments in Sunday’s Gospel.
Standing Still: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Sister Antoinette Gutzler reflects on the Sunday Mass readings in the context of mission and “standing still” in order to discern God’s will.
World Mission Sunday: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Father James Kroeger recounts a mission experience in the Philippines in the context of World Mission Sunday.
The Eye of a Needle: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Father Joseph Fedora, who serves in Peru, reflects on Jesus’ invitation to the rich young man — and the eye of a needle — in this Sunday’s Gospel.
Justice Begets Justice: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Sister Rebecca Nyaki reflects on the Sunday Mass readings and the role of justice in mission and in the Scriptures.
Open Minds and Hearts: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Father Joseph Veneroso encourages Catholics to keep open our minds and hearts to nonbelievers, who may have much to teach us!
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