Two contrasting moments of decision: Mary's profound "yes" to God and King Ahaz's stubborn "no."

The fascinating story of the bronze serpent from the Book of Numbers, where the Israelites, complaining about their desert journey, face the deadly consequences of poisonous snakes.

For 11 March 2026, Wednesday of the Third Week of Lent, based on Matthew 5:17-19, sent in from Chicago, Illinois, USA.

For the Third Sunday of Lent by Sr. Joan Bukrey OSF and Fr. Scott Steinkerchner, OP. Was the Woman at the Well actually a "sinful" woman, or have we been reading the story wrong for centuries?

For Friday, 6 Mar 2026. When the wicked tenants in Jesus' parable killed the landowner's son, they thought violence would secure their inheritance. Instead, it sealed their doom.

for 26 Feb 2026. Exploring the difficult command to "leave your gift at the altar" and seeking reconciliation first. But what happens when the other person isn't ready to forgive?

For 27 February 2026, Friday of the 1st week of Lent, based on Matthew 5:20-26, sent in from Chicago, Illinois, USA.

Exploring the readings for the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, which proclaim that we don't need worldly power; rather, we need to use what little power we have to uplift the less fortunate. In doing so, God's power will work through us, bringing healing and light. It's a call to proactive compassion, trusting that when we care for those in need, God will take care of the rest.

Yesterday, we saw King David in beautiful prayer, full of gratitude. Today, we encounter a very different David: the King who lusts after Bathsheba, commits adultery, and orchestrates the murder of her husband, Uriah, to cover his tracks. As Father Scott expresses moral outrage at this abuse of power, Father Peter offers a profound and sobering counter-challenge

In today’s reflection, we pray with King David in 2 Samuel as he responds to God’s astonishing promise of a lasting dynasty. David’s humble question—“Who am I, Lord God?”—becomes a model of gratitude and awe at God’s unearned grace.