12 Jan – Feast of the Baptism of the Lord The Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, or Theophany, is the feast day commemorating the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River by John the Baptist. Originally the baptism of Christ was celebrated on Epiphany, which commemorates the coming of the Magi, the baptism of Christ, and the wedding at Cana. Over time in the West,... Continue Reading →
9 January, Sunday — Letting the Spirit lead
Brothers and sisters in Christ, today we welcome Corinne, a third generation cradle Catholic whose faith has been largely influenced by the womenfolk in her life, particularly her grandmother and aunts. She retired from corporate life some nine years ago, but is definitely not retired from life. Married to a convert to Catholicism, they serve actively... Continue Reading →
31 December, Tuesday — Coming out of the dark
7th day within the octave of Christmas1 Jn 2:18-21Jn 1:1-18 The Word was the true light that enlightens all men. In the past couple of months, I’ve been busy with home fixes. Neither my husband nor I are good handymen, and after 11 years in this apartment, things have slowly started falling apart. It began with... Continue Reading →
28 December, Saturday — Turn to God and Acknowledge our Sins
Dec 28 – Feast of the Holy Innocents, martyrs The Holy Innocents are the children slaughtered by Herod the Great when he tried to kill the infant Christ. Patron Saint Index The children died for Christ, though they do not know it. The parents mourned for the death of martyrs. The Christ child makes of... Continue Reading →
27 December, Friday — The Other…the Beloved
Dec 27 – Feast of St. John, apostle, evangelist St. John, also known as the ‘beloved disciple’ of Jesus, was the son of Zebedee and Salome, brother of St. James the Great, and was called one of the Sons of Thunder. Before becoming Jesus’ disciple, he was already a disciple of St. John the Baptist,... Continue Reading →
24 December, Tuesday — Sharing the light of Christ
24 December 2 Sam 7:1-5,8-12,14,16Lk 1:67-79 “…you will go before the Lord to prepare the way for him… to give light to those who live in darkness and the shadow of death.” Tomorrow, we celebrate Christmas Day, the day when our Saviour is born. So today, we anticipate the joyous day by preparing our souls... Continue Reading →
23 December, Monday — Same but different.
Dec 23 – Memorial for St. John of Kanty, presbyter St. John of Kanty (1390-1473) was a Polish country lad. A brilliant student at the University of Krakow, Poland, he became a priest and professor of theology at the University of Krakow, where he was falsely accused and ousted by university rivals. At the age... Continue Reading →
22 December, Sunday — A Faithful Hope
4th Sunday of Advent Mic 5:1-4Heb 10:5-10Lk 1:39-45 He will stand and feed his flock with the power of the Lord. Today’s first reading reminds us that God’s standards are different from the standards of the world. The reading speaks of God’s prophecy of turning Bethlehem from an insignificant, humble town to one that will... Continue Reading →
21 December, Saturday — Carrying Joy: Mary, Elizabeth, and the Gift of Christ’s Presence
21 December Zep 3:14-18Lk 1:39-45 “Why should I be honoured with a visit from the mother of my Lord?” Brothers and sisters, the encounter between Mary and Elizabeth in today’s Gospel is a vibrant and awe-inspiring moment. It is a story bursting with joy, connection, and revelation. When Mary greets Elizabeth, her unborn child, John... Continue Reading →
20 December, Friday — God’s Grace in the Signs: Choosing Trust Over Control
20 December Isa 7:10-14Lk 1:26-38 “The Lord himself, therefore, will give you a sign.” Today’s first reading, which tells of the story of Ahaz and God’s invitation to ask for a sign, cuts to the heart of who God is — both a just judge and a deeply gracious Father. Even in the Old Testament,... Continue Reading →
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