Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time 3 March 2019   “Death, where is your victory?”   Introduction   Every Sunday Mass is a celebration of Easter, the central truth of our faith.   Today’s Readings   First Reading: Ecclesiasticus 27:4-7   As a tree’s fruit bears witness to the care that has been lavished on it, […]

Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time 24 February 2019   “Love your enemies and do good.”   Introduction   In the world, we fear and hate our enemies.  In the kingdom of heaven, we are taught to love enemies and to learn the meaning of mercy.   Today’s Readings   First Reading: 1 Samuel 26:2, 7-9, […]

Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time 17 February 2019   “Rejoice when that day comes and dance for joy.”   Introduction   We are all searching for happiness.  Jesus calls us to work with him to build a world of peace and happiness for all.  Today, we ask for the spirit of discernment to help us […]

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time 10 February 2019   “Put out into deep water and pay out your nets for a catch.”   Introduction   Today’s readings speak to us of a God whose mercy is always greater than our weaknesses.   Today’s Readings   First Reading: Isaiah 6:1-8   Isaiah’s initial vision and call. […]