Isaiah 9:1-4, Psalm 27 (26):1, 4, 13-14, 1 Corinthians 1:10-13, 17 an Matthew 4:12-23 From Darkness to Direction: Letting God’s Word Re-Shape Our Lives Today, dear friends, we celebrate the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, also known as the Sunday of the Word of God. This is a Sunday that reminds us that the Bible…

Isaiah 49.3, 5-6, Psalm 40 (39): 2, 4, 7-10, 1 Corinthians 1.1-3 and John 1.29-34 Look, There Is the Lamb of God: God at Work in Ordinary Lives Dear friends, we are already moving into the new year so quickly. It’s the second Sunday already! Today’s readings invite us to look closely. Not to rush.…

Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7, Psalm 29(28):1-4, 9-10, Acts 10:34-38 and Matthew 3:13-17 Beloved and Sent Today we celebrate the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. This feast marks the end of the Christmas season. During Christmas, we remember God coming close to us in Jesus, born as a child. Today, at the Jordan River, that…

Isaiah 60:1-6, Psalm 72(71):1-2, 7-8, 10-13, Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6 and Matthew 2:1-12 Following the Light That Leads to Christ Today, the Church joyfully celebrates the Epiphany—a beautiful feast of revelation, light, and mission that reminds us of God’s incredible love. The word “Epiphany” means manifestation, highlighting how God reveals Himself not just to Israel, but…

Sirach 24:1-2, 8-12, Psalm 147:12-15, 19-20, Ephesians 1:3-6, 15-18 and john 1:1-18 The Dwelling Place of God: A Reflection on Grace and Identity Introduction: The Word Pitched His Tent In the Prologue of John 1:1-18, we encounter one of the most profound sentences in all of Scripture: “And the Word became flesh and made his…

Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14; Psalm 128 (127): 1-5; Colossians 3:12-21; and Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23 God Grows Great Things in Ordinary Families Think of a modest house with a hardworking dad, a caring and worried mom, and a child needing love and safety. They eat, sleep, sometimes argue, and support each other. This resembles many modern families.…

Isaiah 7:10-14, Psalm 24 (23):1-6, Romans 1:1-7 and Matthew 1:18-24 When God Enters Your Story, Everything Changes Beloved, on this Fourth Sunday of Advent, we light the Fourth Candle of Advent — The Candle of Love. It symbolises the love of God made flesh in Jesus Christ. It is the candle that tells us: God…

Is 35:1–6; Ps 145; Jas 5:7–10; Mt 11:2–11 Joy as the Lord’s coming is near Brothers and sisters, rejoice! Today, the Church interrupts the purple of Advent with rose (pink). This is Gaudete Sunday. Gaudete means “Rejoice!” The joy of Christmas is already breaking into our waiting. We are not there yet—but we are close!…

Isaiah 11:1-10, Responsorial Psalm 72 (71): 1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17, Romans 15:4-9 and Matthew 3:1-12 Prepare the Way of Hope A few years back, a dedicated farmer decided to plant an orchard on a piece of land that hadn’t seen life for many decades. Initially, many people doubted him, saying nothing good could happen there.…

Isaiah 2:1–5; Psalm 122:1–2, 4–9; Romans 13:11–14a; Matthew 24:37–44 Come, Lord Jesus, Come On a cold December evening, a young boy named Mateo sat on the front steps of his home, staring down the long street that disappeared into the dark. His father had been away for months on deployment, and though his mother tried…