We welcome Sr. Barbara Baker as a new writer for our weekly Gospel Reflections. Sr. Barbara is the RCIA coordinator for both Assumption and Resurrection parishes. This week, she takes a look at Martha and Mary, and what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus.

Who is our neighbor?

Deni asks us to reflect on how we are ALL called.

"I will follow you wherever you go." (Luke 9:57) Deni reflects on the meaning of commitment and asks how we can strengthen our commitment in our relationship with Jesus.

Sheryl reflects on how we experience the Eucharist as community.

Deni reflects on the love of the Holy Trinity and how it we reflect it in our love for one another.

Sheryl reflects on the presence of the Holy Spirit in our daily lives.

Deni reflects on Jesus' prayer in today's Gospel reading.

Sheryl reflects on the two gifts Jesus offers in today's Gospel.

Deni reflects on the lives of some first century Christians and how we are connected.

Sheryl reflects on what it means to be held in the Lord's hand.

Deni asks us to consider how we show our trust in God.

Sheryl asks us to reflect on what Jesus means when he says "peace."

What draws new Catholics to the Church this Easter?

Sheryl looks at both readings from Luke this week, and asks if we follow Christ in a way that really reflects the sacrifice he made for all of humanity.

Catching a glimpse of Jesus...

Sheryl considers some of the the questions raised by the Parable of the Prodigal Son.

Deni reflects on God as and the gardener in today's Gospel.

Sheryl reflects on the Transfiguration of Jesus. Christ's divinity was revealed to Peter, John, and James. What did it mean to them -- and what does it mean for followers of Christ today?

Deni reflects on temptation.