Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time 29 October 2017 “Which is the greatest commandment of the Law?” Introduction What a difference it would make in the world if all Christians were faithful to their baptismal calling. Let us pray today that our lives may give witness to the new world that Jesus came to establish, the […]

Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time 22 October 2017 “Give back to Caesar what belongs to Caesar, and go God what belongs to God.” Introduction We are made in the image and likeness of God. The Lord has chosen us to share the good news of his kingdom through what we say and what we do. […]

Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time 15 October 2017 “The wedding hall was filled with guests.” Introduction The kingdom of heaven is like a wedding feast to which the Lord invites us, not because we are worthy but because he loves us and wants us to be his guests. Today’s Readings First Reading: Isaiah 25:6-10 The […]

Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time 8 October 2017 “The kingdom of God will be taken from you.” Introduction The Lord tells a story about a vineyard. It is a story of the world and of power struggles. The Lord invites us to faithfulness. Today’s Readings First Reading: Isaiah 5:1-7 God’s people, the Lord’s own vineyard, […]