In today’s reflection, Fr. Thomas explains Jesus’ command to his disciples to go without money or bag of provisions or shoes as He sends them forth as a way for them to conquer the temptations of evil (possessions, pleasure, and pride) just as He did in the desert. 

Scripture Readings:  14th Sunday OT, Cycle C: 1st Reading: Is 66:10-14c Psalm: Ps 66:1-3, 4-5, 6-7, 16, 20 2nd Reading: Gal 6:14-18 Gospel: Lk 10:1-12, 17-20