Scripture for Life: When communications media bring the world into our homes and onto our phones, our sense of being neighbors has become global. Our neighbor is anyone we bother to see.
"This constant busyness that I and others around me experience takes a toll on relationships," writes Sr. Jennifer Wilson. "I feel like I am on a hamster wheel that doesn't stop."
Scripture for Life: Evangelizers know that the reign of God they announce is real. They've experienced it in communion with God and others. They know it can't be proven, only experienced, and when it is experienced, it's contagious.
"We are still missing something essential if we cannot name and confront the systemic nature of abuse within our Catholic Church," writes Sr. Yolanda Olivera for the Global Sisters Report series "Out of the Shadows."
Scripture for Life: Today's readings for the solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul provide us with a glimpse into the remarkable lives of two early Christians who endured persecution because of their faith.
Like Elijah, I have searched for God in clear signs and manifestations. But in this time of darkness, I discovered that God's gentle breath was there — in the hidden place — where I found myself.
