The Sunday Gospel
Seek those who can help you hear the Lord’s call
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time John 1:35-42 The First Book of Samuel is the source of the first reading for this weekend. Originally, First and Second Samuel were one volume. […]
The Sunday Gospel
All nations are invited to know the Messiah
Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord Matthew 2:1-12 This weekend the Church invites us to celebrate the feast of the Epiphany of the Lord, one of the most revered […]
The Sunday Gospel
A model for our own Holy Family
Feast of the Holy Family Luke 2:22-40 (A selection of readings is possible for this feast. These comments refer to one set of readings.) The Church always celebrates the Sunday […]
The Sunday Gospel
David’s kingship is fulfilled: To God be the glory
Fourth Sunday of Advent Reading: Luke 1:26-38 The first reading for this weekend is from the Second Book of Samuel. Once the two Books of Samuel were a single volume. […]
The Sunday Gospel
Prepare the way for the Messiah, the Son of the God in whom we rejoice
Third Sunday of Advent John 1:6-8, 19-28 This weekend the Church celebrates “Gaudete” Sunday, the name coming from the opening word of the Entrance Antiphon. In Latin, “gaudete” means “to […]
The Sunday Gospel
Abundant is the goodness and mercy of the Lord
Second Sunday of Advent Mark 1:1-8 The second part of the Book of Isaiah provides the first reading for this Second Sunday of Advent. When this book was written, God’s […]
The Sunday Gospel
Prepare your hearts for when the Lord returns
First Sunday of Advent Mark 13:33-37 This weekend the Church begins Advent. It also is the start of a new liturgical year. Each liturgical year is carefully planned so that […]
The Sunday Gospel
The Lord is our shepherd, protector, judge and king
Feast of Christ the King Matthew 25:31-46 Next week, a new year will begin with the First Sunday of Advent. This weekend, the Church concludes its liturgical year of 2017 […]
The Sunday Gospel
Those who fear the Lord will be welcomed at the heavenly banquet
Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Matthew 25:14-30 The Book of Proverbs provides this weekend’s first reading. This book was composed when the Holy Land and the lives of its inhabitants […]
The Sunday Gospel
Those who believe will rise again, with the Lord
Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Matthew 25:1-13 The Book of Wisdom supplies the first reading for this weekend. The title of the book itself teaches a lesson. As centuries passed, […]
The Sunday Gospel
God calls us to greatness, through humility and service
Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time Matthew 23:1-12 The Book of Malachi provides this weekend’s first reading. The prophet’s name, Malachi, reveals his role. In Hebrew it means “messenger of God.” […]
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Love others the way you love the Lord
Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time Matthew 22:34-40 The Book of Exodus provides this weekend with its first reading. In ancient Jewish tradition, Exodus came from Moses. Therefore, in a most […]