The Cornerstone

In a time of deep polarization and normalized violence, Jesus’ parable of the vineyard found in Matthew 21:33-46 warns that violence only begets violence. The rejected cornerstone points toward another way: producing the fruits of God’s kingdom through love, compassion, mercy, justice, integrity, and faithfulness. Fr. Mike reminds us that Christians are called to resist fear and demonization, choose reconciliation and relationship, and courageously become agents of God’s peace, joy, and justice.