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)
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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)
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
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)
THE FEAST OF THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD (2026) THE FEAST OF THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD (2026) Readings [for Year A]: Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7 Psalms 29:1-4, 6-7 Acts 10:34-38 Matthew 3:13-17 [IN AN EFFORT FOR COMPLETE TRANSPARENCY, THE REFLECTION PRINTED BELOW WAS USED IN 2026. WEEKLY DOCTOR’S APPOINTMENTS, TWO MEMORIAL REFLECTIONS, AND LIFE IN GENERAL,… Continue reading
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)
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
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)
The Nativity of the Lord, December 25, 2025
The Nativity of the Lord, December 25, 2025 On this joyful day we recall the birth of Jesus, the Son of God, and rejoice that the Father has sent him into the world to guide us, and that he will come again. That as the glory of the Lord shines around us, we will not… Continue reading The Nativity of the Lord, December 25, 2025
THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT - GAUDETE SUNDAY (2025) THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT - GAUDETE SUNDAY (2025) Readings: Isaiah 35:1-6, 10 Psalms 146:6-10 James 5:7-10 Matthew 11:2-11 The Entrance Antiphon for today’s liturgy, along with the worn twice yearly stole, sets the tone for today’s ‘Gaudete’ liturgy: “Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say, rejoice. Indeed,… Continue reading
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