Sunday, December 8, 2024 Second Sunday of Advent Bar 5:1-9; Phil 1:4-6, 8-11; Lk 3:1-6 The second Sunday of Advent invites us to reflect on the peace that we experience as God’s gift. The readings explain God’s peace in different insightful ways. In the first reading, prophet Baruch conveys a message of hope and restoration for […]
Saturday, December 7, 2024 Is 30:19-21, 23-26; Mt 9:35-10:1, 5a, 6-8 In today’s Gospel, we find Jesus becoming the very definition of the Kingdom of God. Jesus, who represents God’s Kingdom, manifests many qualities that define God’s Reign. 1.Jesus went around to ‘all’ the towns and villages. Jesus’ mission reached out to every section of
Friday, December 6, 2024 Is 29:17-24; Mt 9:27-31 In today’s Gospel, the accent falls on faith. The two blind men follow Jesus in faith. They cry out in faith, ‘Son of David, have pity on us!’ They confirm their faith in Jesus when asked by him later. It is the measure of their faith that
