Monthly Archives: October 2020

“Imitation of Christ,” 30th Sunday

Posted on October 24, 2020 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

My neighbor’s two-year old son carries around the doll named Sheriff Woody. Just try taking Woody away from him. How often is Marlon Brando mentioned by actors as a model. Either to meet his standards or surpass them? How many … Continue reading →

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Unsaid But Felt Words

Posted on October 17, 2020 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Here’s two words you’ve never used in sentences your entire life. You’ve surely felt and experienced them but never having them leave your lips. They are St. Paul words. “Yearning and groaning.” Today it’s the tension between Caesar’s tax and … Continue reading →

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Opening Three Gifts for God

Posted on October 15, 2020 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

“A feast of rich food and choice wines” may very well be the hopeful thoughts of those on dialysis three times a week. “On this mountain, he will destroy the veil that veils all peoples,” may very well be the … Continue reading →

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God’s Vine and Us

Posted on October 6, 2020 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

It’s a “vineyard” weekend in the Catholic Church. It’s a striking image describing our connections and relationships with each other. Now, many of us don’t know that much about vineyards unless you live in River Hills. Isaiah tells us to … Continue reading →

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