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Working with the Word Study of the Readings
Ed. by
Joyce Ann Zimmerman, et al.
• Words, Phrases
• To the point
• First Two Readings
• Experience
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The Word Encountered
John Kavanaugh, SJ
Militant Faith
The demons of the world and of our hearts seduce us into thinking that the ways of God cannot be followed in this time-bound journey. Even the commands that the Lord gave to Moses seemed so impractical.
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Historical Cultural Context John J. Pilch
Regaining Honor
Having to resort to courts in the Middle East is very shameful. Arguments should be settled long before this stage. Jesus’ recommendation to yield more than the plaintiff asks is astounding. more …
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Thoughts from the Early Church
Walter Hilton
When true lovers of Jesus suffer harm from their neighbors, they are so strengthened by the grace of the Holy Spirit and are made so truly humble, so patient, and so peaceable, that they retain their humility no matter what harm or injury is inflicted on them.
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Scripture In Depth Reginald H. Fuller
Paul uses many images for the church (garden, building, etc.), but here he uses the image of temple for the first time in his writings. “Temple” brings out the point that the church is the place where the Spirit of God is present. more …
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