Fr. AustinMar 1, 20203 minThe Lie of the AshesDuring the season of Lent we are tempted. At least, I am tempted. And I don’t mean that I am tempted to eat that chocolate that I gave...
Fr. AustinFeb 23, 20203 minBe Holy; Be Perfect“You shall not bear hatred for your brother or sister in your heart. Though you may have to reprove your fellow citizen, do not incur sin...
Fr. AustinFeb 16, 20204 minThey Deserve Salvation, not SexualizationHow many of us here want to keep the commandments? This is what the writer of Sirach asks today. In fact, he says, “If you choose to keep...
Fr. AustinFeb 9, 20202 minBe Disciples for Others“You are the salt of the earth…” Jesus tells His disciples. Then, He continues, “You are the light of the world…” Rhetorically, this is...
Fr. AustinFeb 2, 20203 minThe Presentation: Beginning the Culture of EncounterIt’s been forty days since we celebrated Christmas (does it feel like that?). Now, we are called together to celebrate the Presentation...