The Book of Jonah: “God works with real people” Readings: Jonah 1:1-6, 11-16; 2:1-9 and Mark 4:21-32 Reflection Questions Our Ordinary Time readings through the Minor Prophets now ventures into the story of Jonah. We cover Jonah 1-2 this week. Consider taking the entirety of the chapters to heart. Jonah’s story is so familiar and …
The Book of Obadiah: “From Victim to New Vocation” Readings: Obadiah 1-3, 10-15, 19-21 and Mark 4:3-20 Reflection Questions Our Old Testament prophet this week is Obadiah. His message spans just twenty-one verses. Read the book in its entirety to get the full flavor of this servant of Yahweh (meaning of his name!). As you read …
The Book of Amos: “Defender of the Downtrodden” Readings: Amos 7:7-9, Amos 9:11-15 and Mark 3:22-35 Reflection Questions (The chapters covered in this week’s reflections are Amos 6-9. Consider reading them in their entirety.) Read Amos 7:7-9. Pause to consider the picture God showed Amos. (If you do not know what a plumb line is or …
The Book of Amos: “Defender of the Downtrodden” Readings: Amos 5:14-15, 18-24 and Mark 3:7-19 Reflection Questions (The chapters covered in this week’s reflections are Amos 3-5, consider reading them in their entirety.) After a series of prophetic “oracles” chapter 5 introduces a type of lamentation mingled with instruction and invitation into a right way of …