Reflections

FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (2026)

FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (2026) Readings: Zephaniah 2:3; 3:12-13 Psalms 146:6-10 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 Matthew 5:1-12 There should be no Christian who is unfamiliar with the Beatitudes.  Indeed, spiritual writers agree that the Beatitudes are not only the most profound revelation of the mystery of God but also a complete treatise on spiritual life.  They show what we… Continue reading FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (2026)

Weekly Prayers of the Faithful

Sunday of Ordinary Time, A, February 1, 2026

Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time, A, February 1, 2026 Having heard the Beatitudes proclaimed to Jesus’ disciples, we come to the Father asking to be among those who are blessed and for the grace to recognize our blessings in the midst of struggles.     That the Church will seek the Lord, seek justice, and seek humility… Continue reading Sunday of Ordinary Time, A, February 1, 2026

Weekly Prayers of the Faithful

Third Sunday of Ordinary Time, A, January 25, 2026

Third Sunday of Ordinary Time, A, January 25, 2026 God our Father in these difficult times we come to you asking that our anguish may take wing, all darkness may be dispelled, and your light may shine upon us.      That we may embrace the Christian call “to serve the Gospel and our brothers and sisters,… Continue reading Third Sunday of Ordinary Time, A, January 25, 2026

Reflections

THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (2026)

THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (2026) Readings: Isaiah 8:23-9:3 Psalms 27:1, 4, 13-14 1 Corinthians 1:10-13, 17 Matthew 4:12-23 Isaiah is no stranger to the first-reading place, and his purpose today has less to do with geography, and more to do with our stunning awareness of his skill of being a prophet.  Eight centuries before Christ… Continue reading THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (2026)

Weekly Prayers of the Faithful

Second Sunday of Ordinary Time, A, January 18, 2026

Second Sunday of Ordinary Time, A, January 18, 2026 As children of God through our baptisms, we come to the Father to ask that he hear and answer our prayers.     That in this time of darkness for many, the Church may be a light to all nations so that salvation may reach to the ends… Continue reading Second Sunday of Ordinary Time, A, January 18, 2026

Reflections

SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (2026)

SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (2026) Readings: Isaiah 49:3, 5-6 Psalms 40:2, 4, 7-10 1 Corinthians 1:1-3 John 1:29-34 We seamlessly slide into the Ordinary time of year, with Isaiah once again leading the way in our first reading, and another gospel view (from John) of Jesus’ baptism by John.  If there is a mood… Continue reading SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (2026)

Prayer Service

FEAST OF THE EPIPHANY (2026)

FEAST OF THE EPIPHANY (2026) Readings: Isaiah 60:1-6 Psalms 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-13 Ephesians 3:2-3, 5-6 Matthew 2:1-12 It may sound trite to reiterate that the word “Epiphany” means ‘manifestation,’ and today on this Feast of the Epiphany the child born on Christmas is revealed, not only as the long-awaited King of the Jews, but also… Continue reading FEAST OF THE EPIPHANY (2026)

Prayer Service

The Epiphany of the Lord, January 04, 2026

The Epiphany of the Lord, January 04, 2026 That as the wise men were rewarded for their determination to find the infant Jesus, we too may find him through the actions of our lives and the prayers that we offer.       That the conclusion of the Jubilee of Hope will leave the Church filled with hope… Continue reading The Epiphany of the Lord, January 04, 2026

Reflections

FEAST OF THE HOLY FAMILY (2025)

FEAST OF THE HOLY FAMILY (2025) Readings: Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 Psalms 128:1-5 Colossians 3:12-21 Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23 At first glance, the goal of being like the Holy Family of Nazareth might appear to be far beyond our reach.  Truth be told, it truly is impossible for us to attain with our more modest levels of sanctity,… Continue reading FEAST OF THE HOLY FAMILY (2025)