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!”
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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”
Prayer for 9/11
This was the prayer offered by Pope Benedict XVI on April 20, 2008 during his visit to Ground Zero in New York City: O God of love,… Read more “Prayer for 9/11”
Jesus Is the Bread of Life
John 6:41-51 The Jews murmured about Jesus because he said, “I am the bread that came down from heaven,” and they said, “Is this not Jesus, the… Read more “Jesus Is the Bread of Life”
Thoughts and Prayers for the Faithful 