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Scripture Reflection – July 6, 2025
Our readings for the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time give us a glimpse of the reality of evil in our midst, and the overwhelming power of the love of God.
In our Gospel, Jesus is sending out 72 disciples to prepare the towns for His coming. It was just the beginning, but it hints of the Church’s mission to go throughout the whole world, gathering all the nations into His kingdom. They were amazed at the power of the Lord’s Name, such that even demons were subject to them.
This raises questions for modern believers to ponder: Do we still believe in the reality of evil spirits, and Satan himself? As our passage from Luke 10 illustrates, Jesus certainly did! Do we still believe in the power of the Name of Jesus? All too often, His Name is used in vain, interchangeably with words of vulgarity. His Holy Name indicates His mission. Jesus literally means “Yahweh saves.” He desires to preserve us from evil, so that we may experience the reality of God’s love.
This week, resolve to shut down all profane use of the Name of Jesus, and instead, decide to call upon Him more frequently with the love and honor that He deserves!
Let us also heed His call to pray for vocations! “The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest”.
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Safe Haven from Pornography
In his March 9 homily, Father John spoke of the dangers of pornography. In that week’s bulletin, there was an insert about this problem, with links to helpful resources. That letter can be accessed by clicking HERE.
Disciple Maker Index Survey
In Spring of 2024, parishes throughout the Diocese of Allentown conducted a survey of parishioners about parish life. A summary of our parish results can be accessed by clicking HERE.
In 2025, we have begun to identify plans and priorities for our parish family, along the lines of the Parish Experience, Faith Formation and Evangelization. For an explanation of our goals and the next phase of our plan, click HERE.