Darkened Glass Reflections

Category: Church Calendar: Holy Days and Seasons

“Could You Not Watch With Me One Hour?”

“So, could you not watch with me one hour? Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”

March 28, 2024
Jesus Cleansed the Temple: We Still Need Cleansing

Some thoughts for Holy Week.

March 24, 2024
St. Cyril of Jerusalem on the Authority of Scripture

A quote from fourth-century bishop St. Cyril of Jerusalem about the authority of Scripture.

March 18, 2024
To Obey Is Better than Sacrifice

As we begin Lent, some will place a lot of emphasis on what they are giving up. Let us remember, though, that “To obey is better than sacrifice.”

February 14, 2024
Conversion

We consider some thoughts about the meaning of “conversion” on the Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul.

January 25, 2024
The Purpose, Power, and Permanence of Jesus’ Name

Some thoughts for the Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus.

January 1, 2024
Saying “Yes” to God’s Will

Mary said, “Behold, the Lord’s bond-servant; may it be done to me according to your word.” Will we say “yes” to God’s plan for our lives?

December 25, 2023
The Words of Christ—John 20:26-29

“Because you have seen Me, have you now believed? Blessed are they who did not see, and yet believed” (John 20:29).

December 21, 2023
St. Ambrose of Milan on Fasting

A quote about fasting from St. Ambrose of Milan, who helped lead St. Augustine to Christ.

December 7, 2023
The Words of Christ—Mark 10:14-15 (Feast of St. Nicholas)

Today’s devotional looks at Mark 10:14-15, teaching about childlike faith, in light of the Feast of St. Nicholas.

December 6, 2023