Site author

Helen Flavin

Home » Archives for Helen Flavin

Content written by Helen

Gospel reflection

November 28, 2021: First Sunday of Advent

”This week, spend some time reflecting as you gaze upon a creche. Shake off world anxieties.’

Read More...

Gospel reflection

November 21, 2021: Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

‘ … our world desperately needs people willing to stand for truth.’

Read More...

Gospel reflection

November 14, 2021: Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time

‘ … find and choose somewhere to make a positive difference calming or holding back the storms others might be facing.’

Read More...

Gospel reflection

November 7, 2021: Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Look around you this week to recognize someone making what the world might see as a small step forward …

Read More...

Gospel reflection

February 28, 2021: Second Sunday of Lent

“Imagine or find an image of that. The next time you feel lost, remember that image.”

Read More...

Gospel reflection

February 21, 2021: First Sunday of Lent

“Let us spend some time this week in thinking about how we can more quickly and effectively walk away from situations that present that temptation.”

Read More...

Gospel reflection

February 17, 2021: Ash Wednesday

“Explore a new Lenten tradition that calls to your heart.”

Read More...

Gospel reflection

February 14, 2021: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

“This week, let us all catch ourselves as we notice a need. Instead of responding in duty, let us freely choose to respond in love.”

Read More...

Gospel reflection

February 7, 2021: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

“This week, let each of us choose to be a conduit of God’s love to a neighbor.”

Read More...

Story

Advent and God’s Providence

In all the passages regarding judgment, only those who refuse to act are called to account. Challenges simply become opportunities to help God transform the world.

Read More...

Gospel reflection

June 30, 2019: Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Reading: Luke 9:51-62 When the days for Jesus’ being taken up were fulfilled, he resolutely determined to journey to Jerusalem, and he sent messengers ahead of him.  On the way they entered a Samaritan village to prepare for his reception there, but they would not welcome him because the destination of his journey was Jerusalem….

Read More...

Gospel reflection

June 23, 2019: The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

Reading: Luke 9:11b-17 Jesus spoke to the crowds about the kingdom of God, and he healed those who needed to be cured.As the day was drawing to a close, the Twelve approached him and said, “Dismiss the crowd so that they can go to the surrounding villages and farms and find lodging and provisions; for…

Read More...

Helen Flavin is a Providence Associate. She is a Catholic scientist, educator and writer. Helen received her Ph.D. in Neurochemistry from Boston College. She is a fulltime science teacher. She is a guest columnist for her Diocese’s Catholic Newspaper “The Anchor.” She enjoys volunteering at the local nursing home.