We, the Roman Catholic community of Flagstaff proclaim God's love. Inspired by the life of St. Francis, we witness the grace and love of Jesus Christ through Evangelization, Religious Education, Celebration of the Sacraments, and Service to others.
Jubilee Year of St. Francis Jan 10, 2026 - Jan 10, 2027
on the occasion of the 800th anniversary of his death
When the Mood Changes
08-02-2026 | © LPi Fr. John MuirIn his song, "Lose Yourself," the artist Eminem raps, "the mood all changed."
We all know that moment when the mood changes, when life turns from lighthearted to deadly serious. That happens in today's Gospel. Jesus has just heard that John the Baptist, his cousin, forerunner, and friend, has been murdered. As Matthew tells us, "When Jesus heard of it, he withdrew in a boat to a deserted place by himself." Until now, he had been teaching in parables and healing quietly. But John's death signals a new phase. The shadow of the Cross begins to fall. Evil shows its teeth.
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