With elections just around the corner, zealous believers rant about the fools on the other side. “Why can’t they see the kind of person that candidate really is? Are they blind?” Just what is it that makes the other person so blind? Culture is one influence. People have a need to…

During the American Revolution, a man dressed in civilian clothes rode past a group of soldiers repairing a small defensive barrier. Their leader was shouting instructions, but making no attempt to help them. Asked why by the rider, he retorted with great dignity, “Sir, I am a corporal!” The stranger apologized, dismounted,…

There’s an old phrase – money will buy you everything. But we, unlike the young man in the gospel who still wanted more, know that wealth has definite limitations. It won’t let us live until we’re 200, buy us good health, or bring us true peace of mind. And it wasn’t going…

The months of preparation have finally come to a close. The dress has been purchased and altered. The DJ hired, the place for the reception rented. The big day has arrived! He stands nervously, dressed in his tux, the collar probably too tight, waiting for his bride to appear. Finally it’s time!…

Plans are underway for the first Children’s Night Out of the year on Friday, October 19th, at St. Patrick’s Church Hall. All children, age 6 weeks and older, are invited to join us for supper, games, and crafts. Parents can drop their children off at 5:30 and pick them up…

Our next Pastoral Council Meeting is Tuesday, October 23rd, 6:30pm, at the Marathon Parish House. If anyone has anything they would like discussed at this meeting, please contact our Parish Office by October 18th.

“Do not stop him,” Jesus said, “for no one who does a miracle in my name can in the next moment say anything bad about me, for whoever is not against us is for us.” How easy it was for the disciples to think that only they were capable of doing good…

Christ says we must be like a child, but children are so different; what kind of personality reflects his intentions? Three boys, three children, three distinct personalities. One boy is filled with drive and ambition. His precise, logical thinking leads him to a well-organized life that eventually will see his success in…

The question in today’s gospel is aimed not just at Peter, but all of us. Let me offer my own answer, my answer to the question asked by Jesus, “Who do you say that I am?” He is king of all, but in particular he is my king. I acknowledge him…

Today’s readings, gentle reader, reminded me of the simple fact that people are all the same – in Christ’s eyes there are no favorites – everyone is loved, everyone is worthy, and anyone might need our help at one time or another. James was truly on the mark when he told the…