The Nativity of the Lord: Mass During the Night

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Today’s readings We’ve all had the experience of being in a dark room, probably at night, and turning on a light.  It’s blinding until we get used to it.  There’s even a scene in the movie, Christmas Vacation, when Clark finally gets … Continued

The Baptism of the Lord

Today’s readings Today, we celebrate a feast that is commemorated in the first Luminous Mystery of the Rosary.  The Luminous Mysteries were popularized by Saint John Paul II, and illustrate the various ways that Christ’s nature and the purpose of his … Continued

The Nativity of the Lord: Mass During the Night

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Today’s readings Often when we get to Christmas time, we think about our Christmases past: who we were with, where we were, how we celebrated.  Sometimes we might remember the gifts we receive, sometimes not.  For me, what I remember most is … Continued

The Nativity of the Lord: At the Mass During the Day

Today’s readings A few years back, there was a great commercial out that has three senior ladies talking.  One of them, the hostess, has taped all kinds of photographs to her living room wall and says that it’s a really … Continued

The Nativity of the Lord: At the Mass During the Night

Today’s readings It’s all about the zeal of the Lord of Hosts! Because when you think about it, God doesn’t have to care about our welfare or our salvation.  He’s God, he’s not in need of anyone or anything, because … Continued

The Nativity of Our Lord: Mass During the Night and During the Day

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Today’s readings: Mass During the Night | Mass During the Day We settle for mediocrity way too easily sometimes, I think. All of the “stuff” that we have to have or get to give at this time of year is … Continued