Light of Christ Hebrews 10:19-25; Psalm 24; Mark 4:21-25 “Is a lamp brought in to be put under a bushel, or under a bed, and not on a stand?” Jesus is the Lamp to be placed on the lamp stand. The light of Christ must shine. We are carriers of His light to the world. […]
Monthly Archives: January 2025
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Jan
Jan
Fertile soil: Fruitful heart Hebrews 10:11-18; Psalm 111; Mark 4:1-20 Today’s Gospel presents us with the parable of the sower, whose seed fell in various places. The seed represents the Word of God, and the soil symbolizes the heart. This parable illustrates how soil conditions can impact growth. The condition of one’s heart determines the […]
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Relationship by Faith Hebrews 10:1-10/Psalm 39/Mark 3:31-35 Someone told Jesus, “Your mother and brothers and sisters are outside asking for you.” This verse has been a subject of controversy among believers. Some believe that Jesus had other siblings. According to the New Community Bible Commentary, in Jewish society, the word “brother” did not necessarily mean […]
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Jan
SUNDAY OF THE WORD OF GOD NEH.8:2-4A5-6,8-10/ 1COR.12:12-30/ LUKE1:1-4;4:14-21 Today, we celebrate the Sixth Sunday of the Word of God. This Sunday was initiated by Pope Francis on September 30th, 2019. It is a day to reflect on the importance of Scripture in our daily lives. The motto chosen by Pope Francis for this year’s […]
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Jan
Acts 9:1-22; Psalm 117; Mark 16:15-18 Apostle Paul is one of the most renowned figures in the Bible. The letters he wrote thousands of years ago remain paramount in theology, Christian spirituality, and praxis. Before his conversion, he persecuted the early Church, whom he considered dangerous heretics. He had many imprisoned and put to death; […]
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Jan
“Stretch Out Your Hand” Hebrews 7:1-3, 15-17; Psalm 109; Mark 3:1-6 In today’s Gospel, Jesus performs a miraculous healing by restoring a withered hand. However, the Scribes and Pharisees criticize Him for breaking the Sabbath protocols. Jesus teaches us that love and compassion must be the foundation of every law. We are called to stretch […]
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Jan
THE SABBATH AND MAN Hebrews 6:10-20; Psalm 112; Mark 2:23-28 “The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.” Jesus made this profound statement in response to the accusation raised by the Pharisees. For them, the disciples of Jesus were breaking the law of the Sabbath by plucking heads of grain. Jesus’ response […]
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Hidden Treasure and the Pearl Philippians 2:1-11, Psalm (Isaiah 12:2-6), Matthew 13:44-46 Jesus often used parables to speak to the people about the kingdom. Today’s Gospel presents us with two such parables: the Parable of the Hidden Treasure and the Parable of the Pearl. The one who discovers the hidden treasure comes to realize that […]
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Jan
ISAIAH 62:1-5/ 1COR. 12:4-11/ JOHN 2:1-12 Fr. Daniel Evbotokhai The Manifestation at Cana Today’s Gospel reading presents us with what we may regard as the third Epiphany or Manifestation of Jesus Christ. The first Epiphany known as the “Epiphany of the Lord was celebrated two Sundays ago; the second Epiphany known as the “Baptism of […]
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Jan
Following Jesus: A Call to Discipleship Hebrews 4:12-16; Psalm 18; Mark 2:13-17 Jesus says to Matthew, “Follow me,” just as he said to Peter and Andrew, “Follow me,” and to James and John, “Follow me.” To follow him is a call to discipleship – a divine office that requires sincerity. If we follow him, then […]
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