Today’s gospel: Jesus cleansing the Temple. Lent, an opportunity to cleanse our lives of all that reeks of commerce, noise, distraction—to recover our true purpose.

Mar 7, 2021 · 12:53 PM UTC

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Replying to @RobertEllsberg
a) Buying food for family? b) Enjoying music & laughter? c) Responding spontaneously to our ever-changing environment? WHY destroy the very essence of happiness?! ('reeks' implies that these examples of healthy, abundant life are Bad Things.)
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All true. Sorry about "reeks." But the purpose of occasional spiritual housecleaning is exactly so we can enjoy life in abundance.
Replying to @RobertEllsberg
If only.....