29th Sunday in Ordinary Time (3)

The coin in today’s Gospel bears Caesar’s image. The person holding it bears God’s.

Jesus’ questioners begin with flattery, praising His honesty. Then comes the trap: is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar?

Refusing the tax could bring Him into conflict with the Roman …

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

The readings today are about the steadfastness of faith, the support we give and receive, and the call to be missionary disciples — to persist in hope, leaning not on our own strength, but bringing God’s love into every corner of the …

Today’s readings present us with three rich images about perseverance in prayer and strength of faith. They show us three things, firstly, that we need help to pray, secondly, that we should not give up, and thirdly that God will answer our prayers if we have …