Tuesday, January 20, 2026 1 Sam 16:1-13; Mk 2:23-28 Today’s Gospel highlights Jesus’ teaching on the religious tradition of fasting. As we begin to read the text, just as the Pharisees accuse, it looks as if Jesus approves of his disciples violating the law of fasting on the Sabbath. However, if we read the text […]
Monday, January 19, 2026 1 Sam 15:16-23; Mk 2:18-22 Today’s Gospel highlights the newness that Christ brings about in our lives. In Jesus’ time, fasting was a well-established religious practice. The Pharisees fasted as a sign of devotion. John’s disciples fasted as a sign of preparation for the coming of the Messiah. Now, by asking
Sunday, January 18, 2026 Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Is 49: 3, 5-6; 1 Cor 1:1-3; Jn 1:29-34 The second Sunday in Ordinary Time invites us to reflect on our role and place in God’s mission. The readings of the day not only deepen our understanding of the vocation we have received from God but
