In last week’s Gospel, Jesus multiplied the loaves and fed the multitude of people. This week, Jesus tells us not to work for food that perishes, but for food that will last forever. While we need food to keep our bodies healthy, we should primarily strive to keep our souls happy and healthy. Jesus said, […]
In ancient times, animal sacrifices were held for a variety of reasons. Sacrifices were made to show honor to gods, for atonement, purification, fertility, bountiful harvests, covenants, oaths, and also for communal bonding. Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice by offering Himself as the sacrificial lamb for us. He also invites us to enter into His […]
One thing that I enjoy about my job is traveling to many places and getting to try the food at local restaurants. I was spoiled growing up in Louisiana because it has some of the best food in the entire U.S. I’m always comparing the cuisines from other areas to Louisiana and they don’t usually […]
God came to us in bodily form and He not only completely gave up His body for us through suffering and dying on the cross, but He also gave us the ability to continually encounter Himself in bodily form through the sacrament of the Eucharist. This is probably the closest we will get to Jesus […]
Bread is my favorite food, so I think I will enjoy writing this blog. My grandmother used to make homemade bread as part of Sunday lunch. I still remember the wonderful smells from her kitchen, especially the smell of her homemade bread. Life wouldn’t be the same if I couldn’t eat bread on at least […]
Jesus knew that his days in the world were numbered. He wanted a way to stay close to us not only spiritually, but physically as well. The way Jesus decided was by transforming ordinary bread into His body and ordinary wine into His blood. If I lost you on that last sentence, don’t feel bad. […]
When the angel visited Mary and told her what God had planned for her, she knew her life would be changed drastically. Even having a regular baby can completely change someone’s life. Mary was about to give birth to a baby from heaven who would be the savior of the world. Despite the uncertainty and […]
