Fr. Terry’s Articles

Feast of the Holy Family The Feast of the Holy Family continues beautiful scripture proclamations begun in Advent. In special circumstances, such as Christmas and Easter, readings from daily Mass help us to till the soil and get us ready. Advent blending into Christmas is perhaps the best example. This past Saturday morning we heard […]

The Reality of Telling the Greatest Story We are all part of a story – a VERY long story. I am of half-Irish heritage so I love to tell stories. I am still mourning the loss of Jimmy Buffett who was a great storyteller, and who has inspired me in many ways. As he reflects

Gaudete Gaudete means “rejoice” and we designate it as a special week of Advent with the lighting of the pink candle. The Scripture imagery from our readings underscores why we have reason to rejoice, while not fully letting go of our preparation to Be More. Isaiah proclaims that God has anointed him, sending him into

Jack Shea and Mark I often quote my friend Jack Shea, who brings so many profound spiritual insights as an author and theologian. Of his many books, Jack has written a series entitled The Spiritual Wisdom of The Gospels for Christian Preachers and Teachers, published by Liturgical Press out of Collegeville, Minnesota. I invite anyone

Be Watchful! Be Alert! Be More!      As we begin a new church year and enter into the preparation for Christmas called Advent, we are guided by some classic Scripture. Passages from the great prophet Isiah are the first readings for each of the first three weekend liturgies of Advent. This week we hear, “No