Helen Flavin
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.
November 28, 2021: First Sunday of Advent
''This week, spend some time reflecting as you gaze upon a creche. Shake off world anxieties.'
November 21, 2021: Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
' ... our world desperately needs people willing to stand for truth.'
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.'
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 ...
February 28, 2021: Second Sunday of Lent
"Imagine or find an image of that. The next time you feel lost, remember that image."
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."
February 17, 2021: Ash Wednesday
"Explore a new Lenten tradition that calls to your heart."
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."
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."
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.