Reflections by Fr. John Picinic

Reflections by Fr. John Picinic

Holy Spirit: Convictor and Healer

Today we celebrate Pentecost, a receiving of the Holy Spirit.  We receive the Spirit for many reasons, to teach us how to pray, what to pray for, how to evangelize, teach, how to discern, to be convicted of sins, to ask for forgiveness, to be forgiven, and a slew of[…]

Always be Ready to Explain Your Faith

“Sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts.  Always be ready to give an explanation to anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope, but do it with gentleness and reverence, keeping your conscience clear, so that, when you are maligned, those who defame your good conduct in Christ may themselves be put[…]

Trust in Jesus’ Promise

Today’s Gospel is often used at funerals.  There are two reasons for that.  Jesus tells us, “Do not let your hearts be troubled” and “I will come back again and take you to myself.”  These are words of comfort for those of us who are left behind, but they are[…]

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