by Fr. Bill Garrison | Jul 2, 2025 | Reflections, Teachings
The gospel this week is a familiar one. Jesus is sending his followers out two by two to spread news about the Kingdom of God. He has advised them to take virtually nothing with them. They weren’t even supposed to chat with people on the road as they traveled, a...
by Fr. Bill Garrison | Apr 28, 2025 | Reflections, Teachings
This Sunday, we hear Jesus helping his disciples catch some fish. Then we will hear about Jesus feeding them when they come ashore. And, lastly, Jesus asks Peter to feed his sheep. We are told this story is about Jesus appearing after his resurrection, and that is...
by Fr. Bill Garrison | Apr 4, 2025 | Reflections, Teachings
A few years ago, ok more than a few, I was a pretty good bowler. One of the sayings at the time was this. “Trust is a must or your game is a bust”. What was meant was to roll the ball with a natural arm swing and trust that it would do the work. What was...
by Fr. Bill Garrison | Dec 18, 2024 | Reflections, Teachings
When I was in seminary I was introduced to the idea of “social location.” In a few words this is the awareness of what makes a person unique. The potential for a million questions that might be asked and answered exists for everyone. Where did they grow...
by Fr. Bill Garrison | Oct 6, 2023 | Reflections, Teachings
Dear St. Andrew’s Family, The most important words to say in Church are “thank you.” Say it often, and mean it, and today I say it to you. Thank you for the many gifts that you share with our community. You have heard the familiar expression “can’t see the forest for...
