Author: Monsignor John Kasza

The Woman at the Well—probably one of the most famous conversations in New Testament history. It is so rich in imagery and meaning that I could

Perhaps we were taught as children that the church building was a place to encounter God and that we should go there whenever possible. But as we

A few days ago, we began the Great Season of Lent. Ashes were imposed upon our heads and we were admonished to do works of penance and service and

How do I respond to those who are not nice to me? In other words, do I turn the other cheek? Do I go the extra mile? Do I love those who persecute

The opening line of today’s passage from Sirach says, “If you choose you can keep the commandments, they will save you.” Notice the use of

This week we continue to hear from the fifth chapter of Matthew. The passage immediately follows the Beatitudes and challenges us to be salt and

The second reading piqued my interest because in it Paul challenges us to be foolish. Or in other words, to be fools for Christ. The world likes to

Today’s first reading echoes the reading from Isaiah which we heard on Christmas, although they are two different passages. The theme is that of

Today’s responsorial psalm “Here I am Lord; I come to do your will” is quite familiar to us. Many songs have been written using this text. But

Although Valentine’s Day candy is already on the shelves, we are still celebrating Christmas. In fact, the Christmas season doesn’t officially