Free St. Francis From His Birdbath Prison

The message of St. Francis has been softened to …the point of memorializing him in placid statues with friendly birds or wolves. In truth, he was a radical who unflinchingly followed Christ. There is much to be learned from the authentic version of Francis. More

The Eshet Chayil Doesn’t Belong in a Box

Sep 22, 2024   ·     •   Proverbs 31:10-31

The description of Eshet Chayil, the woman of valor, concludes the book of Proverbs. It is neither as simple nor gender essentialist as it may seem at first glance. Her diligence, steadfastness, commitment to those around her, and concern for the poor are the same qualities of the Holy One who cares for us and loves us. More

Eat the True Bread (Not the Packing Peanuts)

Aug 25, 2024   ·     •   John 6:56-69

When Jesus offers us the bread of heaven, we often eschew his offer for less sustaining food, resulting in spiritual malnourishment.
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In Times of Great Uncertainty

As Christians, we are called – even in times of great uncertainty – not to turn our backs on the world, but to be utterly present within it, to work for justice, to care for our neighbors, to do all the things we are engaged with… More

Father, Glorify Your Name

Mar 17, 2024   ·     •   John 12:20-33

How do we begin to understand the glory of God and the Cross? More

A Glimpse of the Truth

Feb 11, 2024   ·     •   Mark 9:2-9

Maybe, when Jesus shows us who he is, we should believe him. More

Called

God is calling us as we are, these finite and limited creatures who are capable of extraordinary things.  More

Embracing Uncertainty

Dec 10, 2023   ·     •   Mark 1: 1-8

“What if, instead of denying it, we embrace our uncertainty?” More

All Saints Day 

Nov 05, 2023   ·     •   Matthew 5:1-12 

We are a product of those who come before us, and if we are to live into our blessings, we are called to remember today and strive for change tomorrow.  More

The Choice to Love

Oct 29, 2023   ·     •   Matthew 22: 34-46

It is often difficult to love our neighbors. We wonder how this is even possible. St. Mark’s provides us a safe place to practice making this loving choice over and over again, supporting us on our baptismal journey. More