Ezra reading the law to the people of Israel Nehemiah 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10 Ezra the priest brought the law before the assembly, which consisted of men, women,… Read more “Word of God Sunday, 2025”
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Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
John 2:1-11 There was a wedding at Cana in Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. Jesus and his disciples were also invited to the wedding.… Read more “Second Sunday in Ordinary Time”
The Baptism of the Lord
The Baptism of Christ by Andrea del Verrocchio and Leonardo da Vinci Luke 3:15-16, 21-22 The people were filled with expectation, and all were asking in their… Read more “The Baptism of the Lord”
Another Christmas Season Ended
Behold, today is the day of salvation Tomorrow, the Solemnity of the Baptism of the Lord, marks the end of the liturgical season of Christmas. It seems… Read more “Another Christmas Season Ended”
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
Today, January 1, 2025, is the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. The title “Mother of God” for Mary, is controversial for Protestant Christians and is the… Read more “Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God”
A Universe Without God
The quote “the universe looks exactly as we would expect it to if there is no God” is attributed to the atheist biologist Richard Dawkins. I don’t… Read more “A Universe Without God”
The Feast of St. Stephen, Proto-Martyr
The Martyrdom of St. Stephen Today, December 26, is the Feast of St. Stephen, Proto-Martyr. Stephen was a deacon of the Church, on of seven me ordained… Read more “The Feast of St. Stephen, Proto-Martyr”
Solemnity of the Nativity of Our Lord
Today, December 25, is the Solemnity of the Nativity of our Lord Isaiah 11:1-10 Thus says the Lord God:A shoot shall sprout from the stump of Jesse,and… Read more “Solemnity of the Nativity of Our Lord”
Pope Francis Calls for Elimination of Debt, the Death Penalty, and Funds to Fight Hunger and Climate Change
On December 12, Pope Francis released his message in anticipation of the 58th World Day of Peace in which he calls on the nations of the world… Read more “Pope Francis Calls for Elimination of Debt, the Death Penalty, and Funds to Fight Hunger and Climate Change”
Third Sunday of Advent: Cry Out With Joy!
First Reading: Zephaniah 3:14-18a Psalm: Isaiah 12:2-3, 4, 5-6 Second Reading: Philippians 4:4-7 Gospel: Luke 3:10-18 The crowds asked John the Baptist, “What should we do?” He… Read more “Third Sunday of Advent: Cry Out With Joy!”
