"Conflicts will arise, but being grounded in Jesus and his message help us to see beyond them. Where do we find our identity? What is our foundation for our values and morals? James and Jesus both help us to know how to act in today's world as they did in their own time."

"What does the End of the World say and not say?  How can we grow in faith by paying attention to the real message?  What are some small things we can do to help lead us in the right direction?"

"John the Baptist preached three things: Repent, Prepare, and Believe. But does it matter? For that matter, does being a committed follower of Jesus make a difference? Can it be measured in society as a whole?"

"What are signs and why is Jesus' sign one to acknowledge, praise God for, put into action, and reflect back on?"

"Who is the Holy Family, really? How can their model help us in our own situation, and what lessons for building a holy family can be gleaned our of our readings today?"

"Peter recognizes that he is not worthy, but Jesus makes him so. He wants to do the same with us. Trust him and step out in faith. Do something for Jesus and be deliberate about it and you will see him working in you like he did in Peter."

"What do we really believe about the cross and why is that at the core of our beliefs? How should we approach the death of Jesus and what does it say about our God?"

"The most important feast day in the Catholic Church and we have an empty tomb? Well, yes. The empty tomb has a lot to offer us as we begin the Easter Season."

"Jesus was the Good Shepherd, but what specifically does that mean and where did it come from. The Old Testament roots tell us a lot about the New Testament context and what it means for us. In addition, Chaplain Emil Kapaun is a great example of how that is lived out. His story is included."

"Even crooks have something to teach us. Wouldn't it be great if Chistians would show the same inititive and energy that we see in the world. What would the world look like if we did?"