Alex Nemec
Lenten reflection: Saying yes to God’s plan
Pat Kennelly, director of the Center for Peacemaking, recaps today’s Gospel and how we can strive to recognize the way God is with us.
Lenten reflection: Accepting God’s help
Mel Baker from the Office of Research and Innovation offers three thoughts on today’s readings.
Lenten reflection: Being welcomed with open arms
Dr. Diedre Dempsey, associate professor of theology in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences, talks about how today’s reading reminds us we’ll be welcomed with open arms.
Lenten reflection: God’s love is different for all of us
Dr. Kris Ropella, Opus Dean of the Opus College of Engineering, talks about how God’s love looks different for each individual person.
Lenten reflection: Helping the Lazarus in our lives
Rev. Cathal Doherty, S.J., associate professor and Emmet J. and Martha Doerr Chair in Theology, reflects on the story of Lazarus and the rich man and what we can do for the Lazarus in our lives. Gospel Luke 16:19-23 Jesus said to the Pharisees:“There was a rich man who dressed in purple garments and fine…
Lenten reflection: Taking stock of the important things
Ayanna Singh, a first-year student in the Diederich College of Communication, talks about how she is taking stock of what’s important in her life during Lent.
Lenten reflection: Giving glory to God
Student Gabby Chun reflects on the boastfulness of the Pharisees in their prayer and how we should be thanking God in all that we do. Gospel Matthew 23:1-12 Jesus spoke to the crowds and to his disciples, saying,“The scribes and the Phariseeshave taken their seat on the chair of Moses.Therefore, do and observe all things…
Lenten reflection: Time for a tune-up
On St. Patrick’s Day, Theology Department Chair Rev. Ryan Duns, S.J., talks about Lent as a time to conduct a tune-up on our spirituality — and gives a short tin whistle performance to celebrate the holiday. Gospel Luke 6:36-38 Jesus said to his disciples:“Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful. “Stop judging and you will…
Lenten reflection: Loving and caring for those in need
Carol Trecek asks us to answer the call on how we can serve others throughout the Lenten season.
Lenten reflection: Reconciling with others
On the second Friday of Lent, Faber Center Director Michael Dante reflects on today’s Gospel and how we can reconcile with others.