Go tell my brothers to go to Galilee, and there they will see me. (Matthew 28:10) Why Galilee? If God’s Son could have been born in any time and place, what is the significance of his taking flesh as a Galilean Jew? What light does Jesus’ Galilean identity shed on our understanding of his public … More Faith, Politics, and Discipleship
In this second of three sessions on liberation theology and spirituality, we move from Peru (Gustavo Gutiérrez) and Brazil (Leonardo Boff) to the El Salvador of the 1980s. The overall theme is “salvation, suffering, and martyrdom.” Setting the context historically and geographically is important if we are to read and interpret the Scriptures from the … More Standing with Those Who Are Oppressed
Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (Matt 5:3) This first of the Beatitudes in the Gospel of Matthew has special meaning for me: The Mount of Beatitudes was a meaningful stop on my pilgrimage to the Holy Land in 2007 My birthday is May 3rd; I have a … More Opting for the Poor
Last year, I celebrated a milestone birthday with a big dance party with 80 of my closest family and friends – at least those who could travel to Osprey, Florida. It was a memorable occasion for everyone! This year – another milestone as far as I’m concerned — I found that I craved solitude and … More Beach, Birds, and Books
