John Foley, SJ
Israel and the Canaanites had long been in strife. Israelites would think, how could “they” with their strange gods produce a woman who believes in the one God and in Jesus as the Christ?
Ron Rolheiser
Faith, Doubt, Dark Nights, and Maturity
I used to be quite sure of myself religiously and, no doubt, probably somewhat arrogant and judgmental. I felt I understood God and religion and I looked with some disdain at the world.
Eleonore Stump
Jesus tells his disciples, “I am sent only to the lost sheep of Israel.” And this is an odd thing for him to say, isn’t it He is in Gentile territory now. Why did he go there if he has no mission to the Gentiles?
Gerald Darring
There can be no doubt that God’s “care extends beyond the boundaries of race and nation to the hearts of all who live,” and that God’s house should become a house of prayer for all peoples.
Anne Osdieck
What risk did the Canaanite woman take when she cried, “Have pity on me, Lord, Son of David”! Who are the risk takers today? Is anything gained without risk?