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Welcome to my Blog. I hope you enjoy the different writings. Please be aware these are often rough outlines of reflections and homilies. Often not present are the illustration stories, these are usually chosen just prior to the Mass or Service. For those who follow regularly and attend the Masses I preach you can readily see the basis and metamorphosis from text to spoken word. If you are offended, great! Sort of!! It means you are reading closely but please read closer still. I have one interest, your peace in this life and your salvation unto eternal life.

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Why?

by Gerry Palermo, posted in Catholic

Greetings on this the Thursday of the Sixteenth Week in Ordinary TimeReadings: Jeremiah 2:1-3, 7-8, 12-13; Psalm 36:6-7ab, 8-9, 10-11; Matthew 13:10-17 Summary Why do you speak to the crowd in parables (Mt 13:10b)? There are several answers that speak to the divine prerogative, the progressively elaborated divine plan of revelation and the necessity of … Continue reading Why?

Prima Testis (first witness)

by Gerry Palermo, posted in Catholic

Greetings on this the Feast of Saint Mary MagdaleneReadings: Song of Songs 3:1-4b; Psalm 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9; John 20:1-2, 11-18 Summary From the preface SAINT MARY MAGDALENE, Apostle to the Apostles. He appeared in the gardenand revealed himself to Mary Magdalene,who had loved him in life,witnessed him dying on the Cross,sought him as he … Continue reading Prima Testis (first witness)

Peace Preserving Humanity

by Gerry Palermo, posted in Catholic

I was trained in the USAF Strategic Air Command 28th Bomber Wing during the Cold War. “Peace Through Strength” was our doctrinal phrase. It has been horribly misused by the current Administration. Related was another tactical saying I never forgot: At some point, bombs no longer break the enemy; they only rattle the rubble. Even … Continue reading Peace Preserving Humanity

What do you want to say?

by Gerry Palermo, posted in Catholic

Greetings on this the Tuesday of the Sixteenth Week in Ordinary TimeReadings: Micah 7:14-15, 18-20; Psalm 85:2-4, 5-6, 7-8; Matthew 12:46-50 Summary While Jesus was speaking to the crowds,his mother and his brothers appeared outside,wishing to speak with him. Reflection Ever hear of an elevator pitch? The concept is to have ready at all times … Continue reading What do you want to say?

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