
Desert
Today’s gospel (Mk 1:12-15) narrates the event after Jesus’ baptism. He was led by the Spirit, the same Spirit present to Jesus in his baptism

Today’s gospel (Mk 1:12-15) narrates the event after Jesus’ baptism. He was led by the Spirit, the same Spirit present to Jesus in his baptism

s1S#77 Repent 3/20/22) Ash Wednesday is the beginning of the season of Lent, 40 days of preparation for Easter. The day is marked by fasting,

“Oh little town of Bethlehem …” so goes the song. Jesus was born in the little town of Bethlehem, בֵּֽית־לֶ֣חֶם, Beyt-lechem, (cf. Lk 2:4; Mt

The Third Sunday of Advent is liturgically called “Gaudete” (meaning “Rejoice”) Sunday (cf s1S#9 Rejoice; 12/10/22; Rose-colored vestments may be worn and rose-colored candle in

Advent season begins today and it serves as preparation for the different comings of Jesus- His coming in history, His coming at the end of

The word “thronos” (θρόνος), translated as a throne, is easily associated with a seat of power especially of the kings. As the Church honors Christ

Today’s gospel (Mt 25:14-30) is the third in a series of parables dealing with the proper attitude to, and behavior in, the face of the