The curses and insults have begun to dwindle. The large crowd is no longer interested in watching Jesus die. The show is over. More…
Tag Archives: Passion of the Christ
The second word: “This day you will be with me in paradise.” Reply
We have been accompanying Christ during his passion. As if the cruelty of that was not enough, now, suddenly, a new type of scourging begins: More…
Jesus in the Garden: Learning from Jesus How to Use Our Will Properly Reply
Not my will, but Thine be done!
Today, Palm Sunday, we begin Holy Week. Jesus’ solemn entrance into Jerusalem is not a chance event with an unexpected outcome. More…
The first word: “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” 2
Father! Forgive Them!
Slowly, with supreme effort, using the nails in his feet as a fulcrum, he lifts himself up.
Why does he make such a painful effort? More…
A Contemplation of the Passion (Part 1) Reply
Behold the Man!
We frantically wend our way through the crowded streets and leave the walls of Jerusalem behind. Word has reached us of what happened the night before: His agony, his betrayal, his false trial; now we hear how this morning he has been scourged, beaten, mocked, and condemned to die by crucifixion. More…
Making All Things New Reply
It seems like I blinked and Lent is already halfway over.
On this Friday of the third week of Lent, I’d like to share this short reflection on our Lord’s passion with you: a heart to heart dialogue between Jesus and his Blessed Mother. More…
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