Father Fernando's Reflection
The Lord Hears The Cry of the Poor / El Señor Escucha el Clamor de los Pobres (October 23, 2022)
Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 11/02/22
The Lord Hears the Cry of the Poor.Throughout the Bible, rich men are often portrayed as evil ones who take advantage of the poor. Other stories commend those who have little yet share it with others. Does that mean God favors the poor over everyone else? Will those of ... Read More »
How does Goodness Triumph? / ¿Cómo Triunfa la Bondad? (October 16, 2022)
Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 10/13/22
How does Goodness Triumph?We are immersed in an imperfect world. Evil abounds and the devil is always looking for new recruits. How do we fight that battle? What do we need to do so that goodness will triumph? Today’s gospel shows us one type of ammunition for our arsenal: ... Read More »
Give thanks to the Lord for His blessings. / Demos Gracias a Dios por sus Bendiciones. (October 9, 2022)
Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 10/13/22
Give thanks to the Lord for His blessings.Our God is a merciful God. He shows compassion to all those who seek Him. We see this in today’s gospel. Ten lepers cried out to Jesus and all ten were healed. Jesus did not ask for credentials or promises or payment. ... Read More »
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 »
The one who humbles himself will be exalted. / El que se humilla será exaltado.
Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 8/26/22
In today’s parable about a wedding feast, Jesus teaches that the more humble we are, the more favor we will have with God. This makes sense since the more humble we are, the more we must rely on God and recognize Him in our lives and the lives of ... Read More »
Who will be saved? / ¿Quiénes serán salvados?
Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 8/19/22
Who will be saved?
It is very clear that God wants everyone to be saved. Isaiah, in today’s first reading, reiterates God’s message, “I come to gather nations of every language...brothers and sisters from all the nations…” This is why Jesus was incarnated. God gives us life in abundance ... Read More »