Dear readers, today, we feature reflections from six of our regular contributors. We hope you enjoy them as we all prepare for Easter. 1st Reading Gen 1-2:2Ps 103(104):1-2,5-6,10,12-14,24,35 God said:... The words, and Word, of God are truth. What God speaks is true. God cannot speak anything but truth. How natural that the readings for today... Continue Reading →
14 April, Monday — Lessons from Mary
Monday of Holy Week Isa 42:1-7Jn 12:1-11 Mary brought in a pound of very costly ointment, pure nard, and with it anointed the feet of Jesus, wiping them with her hair… Whenever Martha and Mary are mentioned in the Bible, I’ve always related more to Martha. In Luke 10:38–41, after opening her home to Jesus,... Continue Reading →
8 April, Tuesday — Can we be open to His Word?
Tuesday of the 5th Week of Lent Num 21:4-9Jn 8:21-30 As he was saying this, many came to believe in him. I am a huge fan of good homilies. During the entrance procession, as the priest professes into the church, I tip-toe to see who the celebrant is. Many, many times, I’ve turned to my... Continue Reading →
7 April, Monday — We judge too easily
Monday of the 5th Week of Lent Dan 13:1-9,15-17,19-30,33-62Jn 8:1-11 “If there is one of you who has not sinned, let him be the first to throw a stone at her.” Did she sin? – Yes Did she get caught sinning? – Yes Was she repentant? – Yes It does seem like a perfect ending... Continue Reading →
29 March, Saturday — To know is to love…
Saturday of the 3rd Week of Lent Hos 5:15-6:6Lk 18:9-14 Let us set ourselves to know the Lord… Let’s be honest. How well can we know someone? Even though we may spend most of our lives with somebody, can we honestly say that we know them? Do we know what makes them tick? What triggers... Continue Reading →
28 March, Friday — “Walk with me…”
Friday of the 3rd Week of Lent Hos 14:2-10Mk 12:28-34 For the ways of the Lord are straight, and virtuous men walk in them, but sinners stumble. Today’s reflection was difficult for me. Nothing really jumped up from the texts, but this line pricked my conscience and made me reflect a little more. Perhaps it... Continue Reading →
27 March, Thursday — A happy family united in God’s love stays together
Thursday of the 3rd Week of Lent Jer 7:23-28Lk 11:14-23 “…a household divided against itself collapses.” Last year, we welcomed a newborn into our family. I’d never imagined how much smiles, laughter and love a little bundle of joy can bring to my family and me. Every morning, I would feel excited because I can... Continue Reading →
23 March, Sunday — A Symbol of Hope
3rd Sunday of Lent Exo 3:1-8,13-151 Cor 10:1-6,10-12Lk 13:1-9 “…it may bear fruit next year.” In today’s Gospel, the parable of the barren fig tree illustrates God's patience and mercy. The fig tree, though unfruitful for three years, is given another chance to bear fruit after the gardener's plea for more time and care. This... Continue Reading →
16 March, Sunday — “Look at the stars, see how they shine for you…”
2nd Sunday of Lent Gen 15:5-12,17-18 Phi 3:17-4:1Lk 9:28-36 “Look towards heaven, and number the stars, if you are able to number them.” The stars have always held a fascination for us humans. Explorers use them to navigate through treacherous seas, set the direction for their destinations; and some even believe that the stars are... Continue Reading →
14 March, Friday — Loving and Forgiving
Friday of the 1st Week of Lent Eze 18:21-28Mt 5:20-26 “When the sinner renounces sin to become law-abiding and honest, he deserves to live.” At first glance, the reading from Ezekiel felt unfair. Imagine Heaven filled with notorious people who had committed hideous crimes; but because they repented, all their sins were forgotten. How can... Continue Reading →
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