Author Archives: johnaroop

Albert Einstein was well known for his use of the gedankenexperiment, an imaginative exploration of a scenario beyond his direct experience — a scientific game of “what if.” What if I could ride along on a beam of light? was … Continue reading →

Apostles Anglican ChurchFr. John A. Roop Feast of St. Agnes, Virgin Martyr(Song of Songs 2:10-13, Psalm 45, 2 Cor 6:16-18, Matt 18:1-6) CollectAlmighty and everliving God, who chose what is weak in the world to confound the strong: mercifully grant … Continue reading →

1 Corinthians, Part 1: Challenges to Unity Apostles Anglican ChurchFr. John A. Roop 1 Corinthians, Part 1 (Chapters 1 thorough 6): Challenges to Unity The Lord be with you.And with your spirit.Let us pray. O God the Father of our … Continue reading →

I rose a bit earlier than usual this morning which gave me the opportunity to pray the Office of Vigils from the St Bernard Breviary in the still and dark of a house at rest. The selection of Psalms for … Continue reading →

1, 2 Thessalonians: The Day of the Lord Apostles Anglican ChurchFr. John A. Roop How To Read the Pauline Epistles1, 2 Thessalonians: The Day of the Lord and Life in the Meantime The Lord be with you.And with your spirit.Let … Continue reading →

An Epiphany Meditation on Matthew 2:1-12 I like astronomy, or rather I would do if it were not for having to wander outside after dark for it. Not for me, this sentiment of poet Sarah Williams: I have loved the … Continue reading →

Galatians: Who’s in, who’s out, who gets to say? Apostles Anglican ChurchFr. John A. Roop Galatians: Who’s in, who’s out, who gets to say? The Lord be with you.And with your spirit.Let us pray. Almighty God, whose blessed apostles Peter … Continue reading →

A Reflection on the Prologue of St. John’s Gospel Apostles Anglican ChurchFr. John A. Roop Opening Lines: A Reflection on the Prologue of St. John’s Gospel(Isa 61:10-62:5, Ps 147:12-20, Gal 3:23-4:7, John 1:1-18) The Lord be with you.And with your … Continue reading →

An Advent Homily on Isaiah 60 Apostles Anglican ChurchFr. John A. Roop Waiting Well and Faithfully: A Homily on Isaiah 60(Isaiah 60, Psalm 119:25-48, Luke 18:1-30) Collect of the Third Sunday in AdventO Lord Jesus Christ, you sent your messengers … Continue reading →

Session 4: Signs, Signs, Everywhere a Sign Apostles Anglican ChurchFr. John A. Roop Advent with Isaiah: Session 4 — Signs, Signs, Everywhere a Sign(Isaiah 7:1-17) The Lord be with you.And with your spirit.Let us pray. Stir up your power, O … Continue reading →