Catholic Cardinal Reflections

March 26, 2016 - The Resurrection story was hard to believe then, and remains hard. But Jesus' death has set us free: Ihr sind frei. Love radically and embrace the new life our Savior gave us.

March 20, 2016 - After the reading of the Passion of our Lord, what is there to say? Juast this: We can use the palms to remind us of our journey this Lent- how we've grown, and ultimately who we are. Jesus loves us so much he gave his life for us. Are we willing to be that loving to others?

March 13, 2016 - The theme today is Mercy Abounds, as exemplified by Christ's forgiveness of the woman caught in adultry. In this time of academic examination, we examine our goals,while we seek the ultimate goal- receiving God's mercy, and showering that mercy on others.

March 6, 2016 - We continue the Lenten theme of "Beyond Chocolate: deepening our commitment to Jesus", with an exploration of Mercy. Jesus spoke about the Father's forgivemess of the prodigal son, and Fr. Xavier discusses how that mercy is an example for us. When we look at others with eyes of mercy, we spread Jesus' love to others.

February 28, 2016 - Lent is more than giving up sweets and doing penance- it is really about a change of heart and mind, becoming more compassionate and loving towards God's creatures. Like the servant in the Gospel, Jesus loves us and is willing to give us a second chance. We should look for the little acts of kindnes every day, that signifies transformation towards becoming loving people of God.

February 21, 2016 - On this second Sunday of Lent, we are called to deepen our committment to follow Jesus. Specifically, when we pray, we can open our prayer to others, and pray together- friends take care of friends. This Lent, let Jesus be your friend.

February 14, 2016 - On this Valentine's day, love is in our hearts. For someone really special, you'll go all out to show them your love. God loves you in that special way too. God so loved you that he gave his son to you. This Lenten season, we are invited to spend 1% of our day (15 minutes) in prayer; love Jesus in your heart, FOREVER!.

January 31, 2016 - Love is a verb! It is hard work, it expands outward, and you must give your love to others.

January 31, 2016 - The Catholic Community at Stanford welcomes with great joy the newest members of our faith community: Minh-Ahn Jane Kirkpatrick, Madison Le Palacio, Ariadne Sophia Monstsvicius, Parker Chase Pachkovsky, Benjsmin Max Quezada, and Arya Nalala Thurlow. Let Christ's light burn brightly forever in you!

January 24, 2016 - Jesus' shortest homily: "The sriptures have been fulfilled." We complete this story through our good works. We are called to be missionaries, and to share the mercy God has shown us.