Browsing the July 2025 archive of Thoughts from Fr. Bob
18th Sunday of Ordinary Time - August 3, 2025
Posted by Fr Bob Betz on 7/31/25
Dear Parishioners,“You can’t take it with you.” It’s a reminder that the wealth we accumulate in this world does not transfer to the next. In our secular society, this saying often implies that you should spend your wealth now while you can enjoy it, but our faith demands that ... Read More »
17th Sunday of Ordinary Time - July 27, 2025
Posted by Fr Bob Betz on 7/24/25
Dear Parishioners,
When we want something from a friend, whether it’s something they have or a favor they could do for us, we normally just go ahead and ask. Jesus tells his disciples today that we should approach God in the same way. He assures us that we should ... Read More »
16th Sunday of Ordinary Time - July 20, 2025
Posted by Fr Bob Betz on 7/20/25
Dear Parishioners,
We do not know when, where, or how the Lord will come to us. He could appear as a stranger, as someone in need whom we have never met before. Or maybe we’ll encounter Jesus in a dream, in deep reflection, or in a prayer. We are ... Read More »
15th Sunday of Ordinary Time - July 13, 2025
Posted by Fr Bob Betz on 7/20/25
Today we hear the story of the good Samaritan, the parable that Jesus told to explain how far-reaching the concept of neighbor is, and how to show love to our neighbor in need. Remember, Samaritans were looked down upon by the Jewish people in that era. If even Samaritans ... Read More »
14th Sunday of Ordinary Time - July 6, 2025
Posted by Fr Bob Betz on 7/02/25
Dear Parishioners,
Imagine that on this day Jesus sends you and several dozen of your fellow parishioners to nearby towns or neighborhoods to spread the gospel. Today we hear Jesus do just that with seventy-two of his disciples. He empowers them to call for repentance, heal the sick, drive ... Read More »