Cycle C
 
18th in Ordinary Time – August 1, 2010
Seeing Jesus transfigured made Peter want to do something to mark the event. But the Voice from the cloud said clearly that the first task of those who recognize Jesus as Lord is to listen to Jesus – and then act!
 
19th in Ordinary Time – August 8, 2010
Am I waiting for the “right” time to become a good steward? Do I plan to share my time and talents “later”? Today’s Gospel warns those who are procrastinating about stewardship to be prepared – “at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come.”
or (if the long form of the Gospel is read):
Today’s Gospel urges us to give generously and thus build up treasure in heaven. For “wherever your treasure lies, there your heart will be.”
 
20th in Ordinary Time – August 15, 2010THE ASSUMPTION
In today’s second reading, St. Paul encourages us not to grow weary or lose heart, but to persevere in following Jesus. Our willingness to give of ourselves, even in the face of conflict and division, is one way to measure our discipleship.
 
21st in Ordinary Time – August 22, 2010
Today’s reading from Isaiah describes the Israelites bringing their offering to the Lord “in clean vessels.” The gift of myself – my patient endurance and fidelity to the will of God – is as important as the monetary gift I offer.
 
22nd in Ordinary Time – August 29, 2010
In the Gospel today, Jesus warns us not to give in hopes of repayment, but to give openhandedly to the poor and needy. That sort of giving mirrors the bountiful giving of God, and Jesus assures us it is blessed indeed!