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”
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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”
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”
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”
Fourth Sunday of Advent: Blessed Is She!
Mary visits Elizabeth Luke 1:39-45 Mary set out and traveled to the hill country in hast to a town of Judah, where she entered the house of… Read more “Fourth Sunday of Advent: Blessed Is She!”
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”
Thoughts and Prayers for the Faithful 