Comments on: Saturday December 28, 2024: When bad things happen to…anyone.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 16:56:45 +0000

We finally agree on something, namely the Netflix special on Mary. Definitely a mixed review! So I am heartfelt in my sentiments for the loss of your brother. I have witnessed that story in many variations in my work. Rabbi Kushner phrased his book with the age old inquiry. Is God all-powerful and doesn’t care about us or does He care and is NOT all powerful. He never actually answers the question. I find that unsatisfying in all my human need to know. I also would not aggregate together abortions with other deaths that are caused by direct, malicious actions. Have you John done all you could to prevent abortions? Have you lobbied a Congress who has one party who relishes demonizing others, simultaneously stripping away any assistance to would be mothers struggling mightily in the name of frugality while engaging in specious claims while giving tax cuts to billionaires

By: Noreen

Noreen — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 15:38:53 +0000

Thank you, John. This hit close to home as I lost our youngest sister to an aneurysm 1.5yrs ago. We were informed she was ill and 30 minutes later she was gone. Many questions as to why, but in the end it IS all God’s plan, not ours. No doubt she and our parents are enjoying eternity awaiting our arrival. Life is precious.

By: Jme

Jme — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 15:21:14 +0000

John, thank you for your beautiful reflection. I’m sorry for the loss of your brother and the pain surrounding the circumstances. Again, a beatitudes reflection.
“My thoughts are not your thoughts and My ways are
not your ways” declares the Lord. Isaiah 55
I’ve turned to that verse so many times.
Jesus I trust in you.
Happy and blessed New Year to you and your family!

By: Teresa Nicknish

Teresa Nicknish — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 15:11:39 +0000

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and discernment of the readings and the feast of the Holy Innocents. You have made it relevant to our everyday life occurrences. Helps me re-focus the way I look at God’s plans for us, everyone different but each guided by God. Indeed ‘Believe’ !
Blessed new year!
Teresa

By: Patty

Patty — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 14:16:23 +0000

Your reflection is well worth reading twice. I often question and realize that I don’t have the answers. My motto in life is “Believe!” Wishes for a Happy and blessed New Year!

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 13:07:24 +0000

A soul searching Catholic moment today Gospel is. The mystery of these moments are held in our faith. I wish I could answer some of the questions I have asked God. Trust is all we have to go with. Trust in the ways of the Lord. Peace with the Holy Innocents.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 11:49:21 +0000

Very well said I often find myself debating these questions something to do with loss I suppose

By: Win

Win — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 11:45:24 +0000

Such a good, thought-provoking reflection today!