GENESIS 46:1-7, 28-30; PSALM 37; MATTHEW 10:16-23 The readings today present us with two basic themes: Reunion and mission. Jacob was reunited with Joseph – a sign of our heavenly union with the Father; while Jesus gave further instruction for mission. Jesus told his disciples of the hardships that will come upon them. However, he […]
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GENESIS 44:18-21, 23-29, 45:1-5; PSALM 105; MATTHEW 10:7-15 In the Gospel Jesus instructed the twelve saying “You received without charge: give without charge”. The same applies to us today. We must understand that the spiritual office we occupy is a product of grace not hard work. Therefore, we must dispense this grace without charges. Sadly […]
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Parents-Teachers Association (PTA). Both parents and teachers help to bring up children so that they will be good people for themselves and the society. Most teachers are parents as well. Therefore, all parents are to provide the necessary food, clothing, shelter and medical care insofar as they are able. They are equally responsible for […]
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GENESIS 41:55-57, 42:5-7, 17-24; PSALM 33; MATTHEW 10:1-17 The Gospel reading presents us with the appointment and mission of the twelve. The instructions given to them are of great relevance for us today regardless of environmental and cultural differences. Missionaries today must inculcate the spirit of detachment, dependence on God and courage in the face […]
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GENESIS 32:23-33; PSALM 17; MATTHEW 9:32-38 The Pharisees said, ‘It is through the prince of devils that he casts out devils.’ Jesus was not distracted by this statement rather he remained steadfast and invited us all to be labourers in his vineyard. Are we distracted with the present day mockeries and ridicules? Are we true […]
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GENESIS 28:10-22; PSALM 91; MATTHEW 9:18-26 In the Gospel Jesus demonstrated the power to save and the power to heal. The woman with the issue of blood was healed after she suffered for twelve years. Jarius’ daughter was restored to life. Beloved, God never abandoned his people. Sorrow may last for years, or it may […]
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Ezekiel 2:2-5; Ps.123; 2Cor.12:7-10; Mark 6:1-6 ********************************* There are three homily notes here; scroll down the page. You can equally press the red bell button at the left hand side of the page to subscribe so that you can always receive notification whenever there is an upload. Leave us with your comments and suggestions or […]
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EPHESIANS 2:19-22; PSALM 117; JOHN 20:24-29 Today’s Gospel presents us with the high point of Thomas’ journey of faith. Firstly, the honest doubt of Thomas is a model of faith for modern Christians. Modern Christians are gullible and vulnerable. We must insist by way of reason to understand our faith. Thomas insisted on touching the […]
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GENESIS 23:1-4, 19, 24:1-8, 62-67; PSALM 106; MATTHEW 9:9-13 Jesus says to Matthew “follow me” the same way he said to Peter and Andrew, “follow me” to James and John “Follow me”. To follow him is a call to discipleship – a divine office that requires sincerity. Just as Abraham’s servant in the first reading […]
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GENESIS 22:1-19; PSALM 114; MATTHEW 9:1-8 In the Gospel, Jesus manifested the power of forgiveness and healing in the life of the paralytic. This stands to explain how the sacrament of penance brings about healing. In fact, the sacraments of penance and anointing of the sick are regarded as the sacrament of healing. Whenever […]