Echoing Jesus’ question in the Sunday Gospel, Maryknoll Sister Janet Hockman recognizes Christ’s presence in a young migrant held in detention.
Scripture Reflections
The Test of the Just: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Sister Janet Hockman reflects on the upcoming Sunday Mass readings and metaphors of winnowing, pruning and molding pottery.
Saul and David: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Father Michael Snyder, who served in Tanzania, reflects on a Biblical story about King David in the context of his mission experience.
Blessed Are the Poor: A Maryknoll Reflection
The communications manager for Maryknoll Lay Missioners reflects on the Sunday Mass readings and poverty in her home state of Michigan.
The Call to Mission: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Sister Susan Rech, who serves in Tanzania, reflects on the call to mission and Sunday’s Mass readings.
Available for Service and Mission: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Father James Kroeger reflects on the Presentation of the Lord and the call to be available for service and mission.
Spirit-Filled Bodies: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Missioner Kyle Johnson, who serves in Tanzania, reflects on the Sunday Mass readings and the Spirit that enlivens the body.
To See as God Sees: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Sister Arlene Trant reflects on her ministry with deaf and disabled people in Macau in the context of the Sunday Mass readings.
The Baptism of the Lord: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Father Frank Breen, who served in Kenya, reflects on global poverty and the Mass readings for the Baptism of the Lord.
Expect the Unexpected: An Epiphany Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll Lay Missioner reflects about the story of three Magi and the gifts that we bring to unexpected situations.
Feast of the Holy Family: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll Sister reflects on the Holy Family as a model of good familial relationships between parents and their children.
Fourth Sunday of Advent: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll affiliate who has offered hospitality to migrants for 45 years reflects on the Mass readings for the Fourth Sunday of Advent.
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.
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