How would you respond if, like the great prophets of old, you heard God’s voice calling you to be a prophet in the world right now? Today, many people are put off and annoyed by anyone sharing the message of Jesus Christ. In many ways, Christianity is being marginalized.
The Gospel passage we heard at Mass on Sunday, July 11, begins, “Jesus summoned the twelve and began to send them out two by two and gave them authority over unclean spirits.” My message today deals with our perception of authority and the truth that should encompass our ideas regarding the exercise of Godly authority.