8-9a. Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. C.S. From there, Jesus wove a parable describing the dynamics of the kingdom of heaven, the realm where divine values are operative. We do not choose to forgive. For them, as for us, God is not a distant God, but rather a God of communion, and a God in communion with the world: “God so loved the world….” John uses the term “world” here to refer to humanity in need of salvation...', 'The three parables and the summary statement in today’s gospel conclude Matthew’s parable chapter. Alleluia, alleluia. 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That seems to be a key element in today’s gospel passage from the well-known and well-loved Emmaus story...', 'Not so long ago we used to speak of the Sundays “after” Easter. The lyrics of this song, composed for Melinda’s dying father, affirm some fairly obvious truths. John the Baptist took it upon himself to provide a reference for Jesus.

Today’s gospel implies that the disciples need a defense attorney or lawyer. God’s forgiveness and human forgiveness are integrally related. 24 When he began the accounting, a debtor was brought before him who owed him a huge amount. Najaf is an Afghani Hazara who suffered persecution and torture at the hands of the Taliban. They may be singularly unimpressed by the methods of the farmer-gardener-God presented in today’s gospel reading...', 'Since the outbreak of Covid-19, we have necessarily distanced ourselves from others. On the other hand, an unexpected death can bring unimagined grief and pain...', 'Last week, we journeyed with the woman of Samaria from bewilderment to deep insight into Jesus’ identity and mission and to a strong personal faith commitment.
Such changes in lifestyle are conditioning us to use our eyes to see and our ears to listen...', 'Today’s gospel begins with Jesus’ prayer of thanksgiving to God.
As with any story, it is probably best to read Matthew’s story of Jesus from beginning to end over a few days, entering into the drama and attending to all the elements in the story. In those horrific days of hiding, she was consumed with anger and hate for being stuck in that bathroom. Tragically, rather than abide in a world of compassion, this wretched fellow refused to forgive another servant a paltry sum. Both are real. … Not just always, but forever and ever, Amen!"