In the Acts of the Apostles, we read that when Paul visited a community of Christians in Ephesus, he asked them: “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you became believers?” They replied: “We were never even told there was such a thing as a Holy Spirit” (Acts 19:1-3). So, […]
18th Sunday of Year B – 2021
In the 1st reading of today’s celebration (Ex.16:2-4,12-15), we meet people greatly annoyed and showing clearly their discontent. They grumble about their situation and reproach their leader, Moses, for having taken them where they are. Their attitude is quite surprising: We would think they would rejoice at having been freed […]
11th Sunday of Year B – 2021
As we read different texts from Scripture, we are sometimes amazed at how bold some statements are. Obviously, the writers are people of faith and they express their belief with strength and conviction. To me, the first line of today’s 2nd reading (2 Cor.5:6-10) is a perfect example of this. […]