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!”
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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”
It’s Election Day. God Bless America!
Voters in New York Today is election day for America. Thanks be to God it’s nearly over. But, seriously, it feels great to be an American on… Read more “It’s Election Day. God Bless America!”
All Souls’ Day
Today, November 2, is the Feast of All Souls. Wisdom 3:1-9 The souls of the righteous are in the hand of God, and no torment shall touch… Read more “All Souls’ Day”
All Saints Day
Today, November 1, is All Saints Day. One of the wonderful things about the Catholic faith is that it has attracted to it so many from so… Read more “All Saints Day”
Take Courage. Rise Up. Jesus Is Calling You.
Mark 10:46-52 As Jesus was leaving Jericho with his disciples and a sizeable crowd, Bartimaeus, a blind man, the son of Timaeus, sat by the roadside begging.… Read more “Take Courage. Rise Up. Jesus Is Calling You.”
Pope Francis Canonizes 14 New Saints
The Martyrs of Damascus Yesterday, October 20, Pope Francis canonized fourteen new saints. Among those canonized were three founders of religious orders and the eleven Martyrs of… Read more “Pope Francis Canonizes 14 New Saints”
The Jesus With No Wounds
First Reading: Isaiah 53:10-11 The LORD was pleased to crush him in infirmity. If he gives his life as an offering for sin, he shall see his… Read more “The Jesus With No Wounds”
Thoughts and Prayers for the Faithful 