Fourth Sunday of Lent 31 March 2019   “This son of mine was dead and has come back to life; he was lost and is found.”   Introduction   Lent is an ideal time for us to draw closer to God.  This is a season to reflect upon the direction our lives have taken and […]

Third Sunday of Lent 24 March 2019   “Unless you repent, you will al perish as they did.”   Introduction   Today we are asked to see tragic events as opportunities for reflection.  They are not occasions for us to apportion blame or discern the finger of fate.  Rather, we are asked to renew our […]

Second Sunday of Lent 17 March 2019   “This is my Son, the Chosen One.  Listen to him.”   Introduction   Jesus is transfigured on Mount Tabor, an earnest of future glory.  A voice from heaven tells the disciples that Jesus is the Father’s Chosen One.   Today’s Readings   First Reading: Genesis 15:5-12, 17-18 […]

First Sunday of Lent 10 March 2019   “Filled with the Holy Spirit, Jesus left the Jordan and was led by the Spirit through the wilderness.”   Introduction   Jesus calls us to be brave and to step out into the wilderness during this Lenten season, assured of his constant support.   Today’s Readings   […]