Jesus wants us to know that by following him, we will find happiness. At the same time, he wants us to know that following him is not always easy.  Contributions for the Regional Bulletin should be received at the Regional Office by the close of business each Wednesday. Subscribe at the bottom of the page […]

The readings for this Sunday tip us upside down, in ways that are counter-cultural! In thefirst reading we are encouraged to act with humility as attentive listeners. The psalm praisesGod’s care for those we place on the margins of our social and ecclesial institutions. In thesecond reading Paul speaks of the heavenly Jerusalem, a wondrous […]

We are all invited to share eternal life with God forever in heaven, but Jesus is warning us today that we cannot take that invitation for granted. We need to pay attention, to stay focused, and to take advantage of the opportunities we have to grow closer to our Lord. Contributions for the Regional Bulletin […]

We don’t expect to hear difficult words as we do from Jesus in the Gospel. But it is good to be reminded once in a while that the decision to do the right thing, the good thing, is not always easy and without conflict. In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus reminds his followers to be prepared […]