September 2022 archive of Father Fernando's Reflection

September 2022 archive of Father Fernando's Reflection

We walk by faith, not by sight. / Caminemos por fe, no por lo que vemos. (October 2, 2022)

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 9/29/22

Today’s theme comes from St. Paul (2 Corinthians 5:7). While this verse is not part of today’s scheduled readings, it really sums up the message of today’s Gospel. We believe in God’s plan for us even though we don’t see the big picture. We live our lives in continuous ... Read More »

There is little room for God in a selfish heart / Hay muy poco espacio para Dios en un corazón egoísta (September 25, 2022)

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 9/22/22

In today’s gospel, Lazarus is “invisible” to the rich man. The rich man is so focused on his own wants and pleasures, he ignores the needs of those around him. Even after the rich man dies, he does not change his selfish heart. The rich man’s concerns are only ... Read More »

We must fight against injustices/ Tenemos que luchar contra las injusticias (September 18, 2022)

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 9/14/22

The first reading today speaks of wealthy merchants taking advantage of the poor. Does that sound familiar? Even today, thousands of years later, the poor are often preyed on by others.

The world is an imperfect place. In our role as Christians, we strive to not be the ones ... Read More »

Make Us Whole Again/ Restáuranos de nuevo (September 11, 2022)

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 9/14/22

In general, patience is not our strongest virtue. Our impatience, often coupled with a lack of humility, causes us to sin. Our relationship with God is damaged. How do we make it whole? How do we mend the brokenness within us so that we are made whole?

The young ... Read More »

A disciple is a living sacrifice/ Un discípulo es un sacrificio vivo. (September 4, 2022)

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 9/14/22

In today’s gospel, Jesus describes the three kinds of sacrifices needed to be His disciple. First, we must put our relationship with God above all others. Jesus speaks of “hating” those with whom we have strong connections. Jesus’ words here are not meant to be taken literally. He is ... Read More »

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