Monthly Archives: January 2015

Reflection on the Publican and the Pharisee – St. Cyril of Alexandria

Our virtue therefore must not be contaminated with fault, but must be single-minded and blameless, and free from all that can bring reproach. For what profit is there in fasting twice in the week, if your so doing serve only as … Continue reading

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Are we the Publican or the Pharisee?

The  Sunday Gospel reading about the Publican and the Pharisee focuses on humility. In reflecting on these verses, we are asked to consider which person do we typically act like? Are we humble in our actions with family, at work, … Continue reading

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The Spirituality of Stewardship… Opportunities through FOCUS North America

This year, FOCUS North America has some exciting new programs, which we would like to share with you! Now your whole family can serve together to help those in need through FOCUS.  FOCUS’ Youth Equipped to Serve (YES) program is … Continue reading

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