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”
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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”
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”
Feast of the Holy Innocents
Matthew 2:13-18 When the magi had departed, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said, “Rise, take the child and his… Read more “Feast of the Holy Innocents”
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!”
Second Sunday of Advent: Make Straight His Paths
St. John the Baptist preaching First Reading: Baruch 5:1-9 Second Reading: Philippians 1:4-6, 8-11 Gospel: Luke 3:1-6 In the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar,… Read more “Second Sunday of Advent: Make Straight His Paths”
First Sunday of Advent: Stand Erect and Raise Your Heads!
Luke 21:25-28, 34-36 Jesus said to his disciples: “There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on earth nations will be in… Read more “First Sunday of Advent: Stand Erect and Raise Your Heads!”
Contributing From Our Poverty
Jesus observes the widow contributing from her poverty Mark 12:38-44 In the course of his teaching Jesus said to the crowds, “Beware the scribes, who like to… Read more “Contributing From Our Poverty”
Thoughts and Prayers for the Faithful 