Wednesday, December 24, 2025 2 Sam 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16; Lk 1: 67-79 Today’s Gospel highlights Zechariah transitioning from doubt to praise. We know that Zechariah was punished with muteness for doubting God’s plan. Surprisingly, the hard lesson that he learnt did not lead him to bitterness, grudge, or hatred, but to change and acceptance. […]
Sunday, December 21, 2025 Fourth Sunday of Advent Is 7:10-14; Rom 1:1-7; Mt 1: 18-24 The fourth Sunday of Advent announces God’s love in the person of Jesus Christ. The readings of the day present Jesus’ incarnation as the very revelation of God’s love. The first reading presents an interesting context. King Ahaz of Judah was caught
Saturday, December 20, 2025 Is 7:10-14; Lk 1:26-38 In today’s Gospel, Mary’s fiat reveals her understanding of freedom. The Annunciation narrative is a testament to the fact that, though Mary had the freedom to opt out of God’s plan of salvation, she willingly entered into it to cooperate with God. Thus, her courage reflects her understanding of
