September 2, 2012

In today's Mass, we hear JAMES urge us: “Welcome the word…be doers of the word and not hearers only…”

After hearing the readings for today’s celebration of the Mass, how might you, in the next week, “be a doer of the word?” Be specific.

September 16, 2012

St. James challenges us in today’s Mass: “What good is it if some says he has faith but does not have works?”

Identify 2 things you’ve done within the last week that were specifically motivated by your faith.

September 30, 2012

All three readings of today’s Mass challenge us in very direct, very profound ways. Some of it may very well be

difficult for us to hear.

What image or phrase from the readings of today’s Mass is the most challenging for you? Can you identify why it may be so challenging?

September 9, 2012

The prophet, in today’s first reading, counsels us to “be strong. Fear not!...Here is your God…he comes with vindication.”

What are specific fears that you face in your life right now? How does your participation in Sunday Mass strengthen you in the face of these fears?

September 23, 2012

One of the most profound requirements of our Christian lives is given to us in the Gospel of today’s Mass: “If anyone wishes to be first, he [/she] shall be the last of all and the servant of all.”

What might this requirement mean for you, right now in your own life? Be specific.