Four bishops, four roads meeting in the fading light—Matthiesen unmoved, Yanta urging me on,
Zurek standing guard at the gate,
and Strickland crying out into the night.
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Thursday of the Thirty-third Week in Ordinary Time
Two bishops on the wind-scarred ridge, one guarding silence, one crying fire. And here I stand between their shadows, praying the Spirit makes us all see—that peace is born when truth and mercy walk back together toward the same altar.
Wednesday of the Thirty-third Week in Ordinary Time
The content reflects on Jesus’ parable of the nobleman and the servants, emphasizing the importance of courage in using God’s gifts. It parallels personal experiences of overcoming clergy abuse and seeking healing within the Church. The narrative stresses transformation from fear to hope, urging action to rebuild and nurture the faith community.
Tuesday of the Thirty-third Week in Ordinary Time
Zacchaeus’ transformation from wealth to generosity symbolizes spiritual growth. The narrative reflects on healing and the church’s evolution amidst crisis, emphasizing trust and communion in faith.
Memorial of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, Religious
The content reflects on the persistent cries for justice and healing, drawing parallels between the blind man’s plea for sight and the author’s own experiences of victimhood and resilience within the Church’s struggles.
Memorial of Saint Maximilian Kolbe, Priest and Martyr
If Bishop Zurek, “refuses to listen”, should I do as he wants and practice, “Passive Charity” and, “not criticize”; or should I do as Jesus bids and, “tell the Church”, at St. Mary’s Cathedral as I’m doing now❓
Memorial of Saint Boniface, Bishop and Martyr
Will I be as a dog that doesn’t bark and just look on as the United Catholics Appeal paid shepherd, Bishop Zurek, runs away before the wolf who is set on having Totus Tuus, people, confessions and even Masses canceled because, misled by his clericalism, he doesn’t know the scriptures or the power of God;…Continue reading “Memorial of Saint Boniface, Bishop and Martyr”
Tuesday of the Ninth Week in Ordinary Time
“Should we pay or should we not pay❓” From Today’s Gospel, Mark 12:14 For us in the Diocese of Amarillo that isn’t a legitimate ❓, for although under Roman rule the Jews had an option as to whether or not they paid the census tax, under Bishop Zurek’s clericalism we have no such option;… …forContinue reading “Tuesday of the Ninth Week in Ordinary Time”
Memorial of Saint Charles Lwanga and companions, martyrs
“What then will the owner of the vineyard do❓” From Today’s Gospel, Mark 12:9 On Corpus Christi Sunday Bishop Zurek checked in on a part of the Lord’s vineyard that has been leased to him called St. Mary’s Cathedral for the 9:30 Mass;… … first, he found that the reserved parking spot that is normallyContinue reading “Memorial of Saint Charles Lwanga and companions, martyrs”
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ Corpus Christi
“Where do you want us to goand prepare for you to eat the Passover❓” From Today’s Gospel, Mark 14:12 Growing up Catholic the decision of where I would go to worship was prepared for me from birth. That wasn’t so for Dad who grew up Baptist, but when he converted to marry Mom it wasContinue reading “The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ Corpus Christi”