As a Pittsburgher, I can relate to Naaman the Syrian. But that doesn't mean that either of us are right on the limits we try to place on God! (Blessed John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

In talking with the woman at the well, Jesus shows us how to be an evangelizer, a reconciler, an ecumenist, and an inter religious dialogue partner all at the same time! (Blessed John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

St. Joseph reminds us that practical people -- people who like math and know how to mix cement -- are also part of the Church, part of the life of holiness! (Blessed John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

What have been the "mountaintop" experiences of your life? Have you been willing to be changed by these experiences? Are the Paulist Fathers willing to be changed? (Blessed John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

The mature way to approach the season of Lent! Remarks at the beginning of Mass, after the "I confess", before the second reading (with a pause for meditation), and after the proclamation of the gospel. (Blessed John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

How can a camel pass through the eye of a needle? (ref. Mark 10:17-27) One rich person -- St. Katharine Drexel -- shows one way! (Blessed John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

Don't worry; pray happy! The beautiful, reassuring, and challenging message of Matthew 6:24-34. (Blessed John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

According to James (and Luke Timothy Johnson), the sins of envy and arrogance have the same root cause… (Blessed John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

Taking a page out of Pope Francis' book, we relate our Scriptures (especially James 3:13-18) to the sin of gossip. Here -- free of charge -- is the advice I offer to those who struggle with gossiping. (Blessed John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)

Who doesn't love sandwiches? Mark 8:22-26 is the first half of a Marcan doublet. The "meat" of the sandwich is similar in theme to James 1:19-27. There's a lot here to chew on! (Blessed John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)