In Year C of the liturgical calendar, the primary Gospel is indeed the Gospel of Luke. Gospel reading from Luke, specifically Chapters 1 and 4. In these chapters, Luke reveals his purpose in compiling his Gospel, providing valuable insights into his mind and intentions. Luke 1:1-4 and Luke 4:
Marriage at Cana: A response to Epictetus: While Epictetus (AD 55-135) views marital life as inherently miserable, the Marriage at Cana presents a contrasting vision, where Jesus' miracle enriches the understanding of the sacrament of marriage. Third day as divine revelation: The wedding on the third day may hint
Baptism of the Lord January, 12, 2025 The Baptism of the Lord, also known as the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, is a significant event in the Christian liturgical calendar. It commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ by John the Baptist in the Jordan River, as described in
As I scrolled through Facebook, I came across a captivating image of the Holy Spirit and Mother Mary. The picture spoke volumes without needing any words - but its beauty and devotion stood first. The next post caught my eye with a thought-provoking question: "What if love and sacrifice
Happy Feast: Mary, Mother of God Happy New Year: 2025 First, let us thank God for this new year. God has blessed us abundantly, and we remain grateful to him. We also entrust ourselves to Mary, Mother of God, as we enter the door of 2025 as pilgrims of hope.
7 Pillars of Holy Family A truly inspiring saint! Saint Gianna Beretta Molla (1922-1962) was an Italian pediatrician, wife, and mother of four. She is a modern-day saint who exemplifies the values of faith, family, and selflessness. Gianna was born in Magenta, Italy, and grew up in a devout Catholic
Christmas is a season of hope, peace, joy and love. May the newborn infant Jesus bless you. May these virtues be the pillar of your house and heart. Shine the light of Christmas Arise, Shine…, (Isaiah 60:1) Today our promising eternal Word Lights our impoverished world Spreading beautiful rays
Fourth Sunday of Advent Definition of Love - "Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love" - 1 John 4:8. Primacy of Love - "And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." 1
Daily Reflection: December 21 As I reflect on the book, Song of Songs, also known as the Song of Solomon. I'm reminded that the reading invites me to embrace three distinct perspectives: the literal, allegorical, and mystical. This multifaceted approach allows me to unravel the intricate threads of
THIRD SUNDAY of ADVENT – C "A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones." - Proverbs 17:22 Hope enables us to have peace. Joy is born out of inner peace. Today we reflect on the theme Joy, which is the symbol of
SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT Peace be with you As we journey through the second week of Advent, we reflect on the theme of peace. Hope helps us to have peace, which in turn gives us joy. But what is peace, really? The Hebrew word "shalom" means peace, which