The cases of Michael Brown, Eric Garner, and Tamir Rice prompt us to ask hard questions: how do *WE* contribute to the web of apparent injustices against people marginalized in our culture? (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

Building upon the Rock of faith: an appropriate reflection for Advent. (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

As has become an Advent tradition in the ~36 hours between classes and finals, I turn off the lights at Mass and play Glenn Rudolph's "The Dream Isaiah Saw." (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

As we enter a new liturgical year and another Advent season, a few thoughts about the gospel of Mark. Appearances can be deceiving! (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

A familiar-but-challenging passage to conclude our year with the Gospel of Matthew. Forget what politicians are saying: look at what leaders of the Church are saying about certain "political" topics this week! (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

The Book of Revelation introduces the image of the Lamb That Was Slain. A very fitting passage to pair with Jesus' mourning over the city of Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

Two challenging passages to interpret! Relish in the celebration of Revelation 4:1-11, and then concentrate on Luke 19:11-28. It may help to read Luke 19:29-40, too! (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

Wrestling with the Book of Revelation! Even though John says that the people of Sardis are spiritually dead, Zaccheus (Luke 19:1-10) shows us that there is still hope! (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

Are we burying some of our talents in the ground? Some thoughts on how to discern and enhance our God-given gifts! (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

Twain said: "I'm all for progress; it's change that I can't stand." How do we determine if a specific change is bad, or if it's from God? (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)