Rich in kindness
Ash Wednesday – Mar 5, 2025 Leadership gurus say that if you want to inspire change, “start with why.” Why is it important? Why does it matter? Why should anyone care? In today’s first reading, the prophet Joel lays out … Read More
The ashes we bear mark us as one with the body of Christ
Ash Wednesday A few years ago, it felt like all of California was burning. Massive wildfires broke out up and down the state and burned for weeks. The fire that destroyed the town of Paradise in Northern California roared for … Read More
Bulletin Shorts for Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday – 26 February 2020 Joel 2:12-18. Psalm 51:3-4, 5-6ab, 12-13, 14 and 17. 2 Corinthians 5:20–6:2. Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18. Lent Is Preparation. The gospel reminds us about these guides for Lent: (1) give alms in secret, (2) pray … Read More