Comments on: Saturday February 4, 2023: Splanchnizomai. A rose by any other name

By: Jen

Jen — Mon, 06 Feb 2023 03:10:53 +0000

Informative and fascinating! Thank you!

By: mas

mas — Sun, 05 Feb 2023 01:03:49 +0000

Thank you for your words, John. They got me to thinking about compassion. How it seems to be connected to suffering. Sometimes I wish it would be used as an attitude as in how we see and treat others and ourselves. It can define our hearts not because of suffering but in perception and perspective. Thanks!

By: Laura

Laura — Sat, 04 Feb 2023 13:33:16 +0000

Brilliant reflection, John. I especially love the humorous anecdotes at the beginning. God bless.

By: George

George — Sat, 04 Feb 2023 12:40:36 +0000

Before the Second Vatican council, some bishops and prelates voiced concern about whether the faithful had proper training to interpret the Word when it was suggested that more of the laity should be reading scripture. Reading and studying are as different as obtaining knowledge or understanding. Each are both/and situations, not either/or. Thanks, John, for a good example of critical thinking.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 04 Feb 2023 12:08:37 +0000

Thank you John. This Gospel is a true Jesus moment…trying to get away just for a rest and here come the crowds. I picture Him rolling up his sleeves taking a deep breath and stepping up on a perch to teach again. A true leader and shepherd putting in another shift. What an example for all of us to admire and embrace. Not sure I will ever be able to pronounce that word but it’s now added to my vocabulary. Great reflection my brother. Peace with you.

By: Cecilia

Cecilia — Sat, 04 Feb 2023 12:08:01 +0000

Thank you Dr John for the compassion you share in teaching us what you learn. You are truly a Shepherd leading me a lost Sheep to my Savior, Our lead Shepherd. Keep up the good work Sir.

By: Sharon

Sharon — Sat, 04 Feb 2023 05:13:25 +0000

Thank you so much. The version I read did use the word pity. You have given so much more depth to the reading.

By: Sheri Inocencio

Sheri Inocencio — Sat, 04 Feb 2023 00:04:23 +0000

Thank you for sharing your insight. Truly, the Gospels propel us to act in the service of others. God bless you and your family.