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Today’s readings: Isaiah 2:1-5; Romans 13:11-14; Matthew 24:37-44 In these late days of Advent, we pray the “O Antiphons.” These antiphons are the various titles of Jesus as found in Scripture. Today’s antiphon is “O Root of Jesse” and it … Continued
Today’s readings For each of the deadly sins, there is also a life-giving virtue. Today, our readings focus on humility, which is the life-giving virtue that is the antidote to pride. Of the seven deadly sins, pride is usually considered … Continued
Today’s readings Today’s feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ is an incredible privilege for us to celebrate. That our God, who is higher than the heavens and more glorious than anything we could ever possibly imagine, … Continued
Children, I want you to remember one very important thing. If you remember this important fact, you will never be lost in your relationship with Jesus. That one thing is that God loves you very much. God made you because … Continued
Tonight’s readings Dear Brothers and Sisters, how good it feels to say “Alleluia” tonight! Ever since we put the acclamation of our Resurrection joy away some forty days ago, we have been yearning for the opportunity to celebrate, once again, … Continued
Today’s readings Back in the sixth century before the birth of Christ, the Israelites were in a bad way. They had been separated from their God by sin: against God’s commands, they had betrayed their covenant with the Lord and … Continued
Today’s readings: Isaiah 61:1-3a, Psalm 147, Romans 8:18-27, Matthew 8:5-17 I’ve talked to a lot of sick people, and I’m amazed at how many of those who are really ill, who have come through something very difficult, have told me … Continued
Today’s readings: Isaiah 30:19-21, 23-26; Matthew 5:13-16 As joyful as this season is supposed to be, it can be so hard for so many people. I know a lot of people who get depressed this time of year. Probably you … Continued
Today’s readings Today’s readings and liturgy call us to rejoice. That’s the reason for the rose-colored vestments and the more joyful tone of today’s readings. This is called Gaudete Sunday: gaudete being Latin for “rejoice,” the first word of today’s … Continued
Today’s readings: Jeremiah 31:31-34; Psalm 47; I John 4:7-12; Matthew 5:13-16 The Rite of Marriage gives us so many wonderful images for the spiritual life. Speaking of the bride, the nuptial prayer asks that she may model her life on … Continued
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