Second Sunday in Easter 28 April 2019   “Happy are those who have not seen and yet believe.”   Introduction   The apostle Thomas would believe in the resurrection of Jesus only after he has seen and touched the body of the risen Lord.  What are the sources of our faith?  Why do we believe […]

Easter Sunday 21 April 2019   “He saw and he believed.”   Introduction Everything in the world grows old.  Yet, on this day, a new life began that will never grow old: the life of the risen Christ, an eternal freshness, not just of the Spirit but of all material things.   Today’s Readings  First […]

Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord 14 April 2019   “Indeed, I promise you, today you will be with me in paradise.”   Introduction   Today we follow Jesus on his journey into Jerusalem, riding on a colt.  We sing our joyful praises to the king who has freed us from sin and […]

Fifth Sunday of Lent 7 April 2019   “Neither do I condemn you.”   Introduction   God is doing a new deed; God’s mercy is flowing like a river in the desert of people’s lives.  We gather to give thanks and to rejoice in God’s tender compassion.   Today’s Readings   First Reading: Isaiah 43:16-21 […]