The Pharisee and the PublicanGospel: Lk 18:9-14Homily given to JPII Seminarians“Jesus addressed this parable to those who were convinced of their own righteousness and despisedeveryone else.”Those who were convinced of their own righteousness.If we ever find ourselves in this condition, something went terribly wrong.St. John Henry Newman remarked that it is the unique inheritance of … Continue reading Fr. Chris on The Pharisee and the Publican
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Trust and Confidence
Homily by Deacon Bob The small group that I’m part of talked about these readings last week and there’s a couple of things that need explanation. In the gospel (Mk 12:38-44), Jesus speaks of scribes who devour the houses of widows and as a pretext recite lengthy prayers. Scribes were experts and teachers of the … Continue reading Trust and Confidence