Come Away By Yourselves Fr. John Grieco

Jesus's encounter with the Samaritan woman poses the question of our appreciation of God. By prayer, silence, study, and conversion we can come to a greater sense of awe and wonder at God's grandeur and presence in our life.

Although difficult, humility is liberating and beautiful. Since the truth sets us free, humility is a condition for having Jesus as our savior. Acceptance of our neediness and limitations is a sure path to trust and love.

In the Gospel of John, Jesus says, "you will know that I am in my Father, and you in me, and I in you." What a difference it makes to know that Jesus is present within us! Ours is a God who loves us, understands us, and wants to help us. And he doesn't do this from a far distance, he is more present to us than we are to ourselves. With him present in our soul, we need never be alone.

The Assumption of Our Lady is one of God's wonderful works. It provides an opportunity for us to increase our faith in God and to contemplate our Lady's presence with her Son in heaven.

Our Faith teaches us that the Holy Mass makes present the sacrifice of Our Lord on the cross. Keeping this in mind during the Mass and during the day is an effective means of union with Jesus.

The radical reality and transcendence of God is often forgotten or overlooked. Remembering and reflecting on the greatness of God is key to understanding our own identity as his children and disciples.