John Foley, SJ
Mary surely said, “Joseph, I think we should look for Jesus. He is probably talking with his friends as usual.” Little did she know.
Ron Rolheiser
The existence of God proves itself true to the extent that we take it seriously and live our lives in face of it. Simply put, we’re happy and at peace to the exact extent that we risk, explicitly or implicitly, living lives of faith.
Eleonore Stump
Jesus thought that his mother understood his relation to God and his need to be in God’s temple learning at this time.
Gerald Darring
“Why have you done this to us?” This is the question that must be impressed upon all those who disturb the unity of the human family.
Anne Osdieck
What does the term “children of God” imply about God? St. John says we can have confidence in God and receive from him whatever we ask. What kinds of things do you ask for?