Welcome to the Friends’ Meditation Collection
Here you will find all of the monthly meditations we’ve sent to the Friends of the Center since the beginning of the program. Our hope is that this page will make it easy for you to refer back to these thought-provoking, short reflections written by a diverse community of contributors, including pastoral leaders, theologians, scholars, graduate students, and faithful members active in their churches and communities.
In addition to the chronological ordering of the meditations, you can search by the seasons of the liturgical calendar through the buttons to the right.
O Magnum Mysterium: The Nacimiento Tradition in the Barrio
Dr. Renata Furst
Dr. Furst is an Old Testament scholar, particularly interested in teaching, human formation, and spiritual direction from an intercultural perspective. She is at Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio, Texas where she serves as Associate Dean for Hispanic Engagement.
This meditation is a contemplative experience linking the ancient mystery of Christ's birth to the barrio community.
The Coming of Christ, the Clash of Civilizations
Daniel Montañez
Daniel is a PhD candidate at Boston University researching theological ethics, Latino/a theology, and immigration.
This meditation highlights Día de Los Reyes, celebrating Jesus' manifestation and the contrast between God's loving kingdom and worldly power, emphasizing humility.