Susanna and the Elders Daniel 13:1–9, 15–17, 19–30, 33–62; PSALM 21; John 8:12–20 “Susanna and the Elders” is a story that illustrates God’s help and justice for the innocent. Susannah was almost victimized by a wrong and biased judgment. But through her prayers, God intervened and came to her aid. Many people today are suffering […]
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Fr. Daniel Evbotokhai Introduction One of the iconic persons in Catholic history is St. Vincent de Paul, he is well known for his costly compassion, deep empathy, and selfless service to the underprivileged, impoverished and the marginalized. During his time as a slave, Vincent had a spiritual experience that led him to dedicate his life […]
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JEREMIAH 11:18–20; PSALM 7; JOHN 7:40–53 Fair Hearing “The law does not allow us to pass judgment on a man without hearing him” (John 7:51). This statement was made because the Pharisees rejected Jesus without proper investigation. Today, many people are hated and rejected because of popular notions about them. The people who lived with […]
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THE TRIALS OF THE RIGHTEOUS Wisdom 2:1, 12-22; Psalm 33; John 7:1-2, 10, 25-30 “Let us lie in wait for the righteous one, because he is annoying to us; he opposes our actions, reproaches us for transgressions of the law, and charges us with violations of our training. He professes to have knowledge of God […]
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STIFF-NECKED PEOPLE EXOD. 32:7–14; PSALM 106; John 5:31–47 “You place your hopes on Moses, but Moses will be your accuser. If you really believed him, you would believe me too, since it was I that he was writing about.” Jesus made this statement to show that his listeners were haughty and stubborn. The miracles done […]
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GOD’S COMPASSION ISAIAH 49:8–15, PSALM 145, and John 5:17–30 Thus says the Lord: At the favorable time, I will answer you; on the day of salvation, I will help you (Isaiah 49:8). This prophecy speaks of God’s care and compassion. Don’t give up on God; He cares. Similarly, today’s psalm also reiterated this theme of […]
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THE NEW LIFE EZEKIEL 47:1-9, 12; PSALM 46; JOHN 5:1-3, 5-16 “Wherever the water flows, it will bring life and health.” Ezekiel speaks of the stream of water flowing from the temple, which gives life. Similarly, the gospel speaks of the healing that took place at the pool of Bethesda. Beloved, both instances point to […]
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AGAINST PREMATURE DEATH ISAIAH 65:17–21; PSALM 30; JOHN 4:43–54 “The sound of weeping would no longer be heard, and infants would no longer die after a few days” (Isaiah 65:19). This is a prophecy against premature death, and we claim this grace upon our lives. By the power of God, we shall not die […]
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GOD’S LOVE AND SALVATION 2 Chronicles 36:14–16, 19–23; Psalm 137; Ephesians 2:4–10; John 3:14–21 Today is the fourth Sunday of Lent, called “Laetare” Sunday. This Sunday is marked by “a little relaxation from the penitential character of the Lenten season.” Today, the Holy Mother Church exhorts us to be joyful. She calls to be joyful […]
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Rev. Fr. Daniel Evbotokhai The Catholic Church has an incredibly rich and illustrious history that spans antiquity, modernity, and the present. The Church is regarded as a global emblem of salvation, justice, harmony, truth, and peace. The Roman pontiff oversees the Catholic Church throughout the world. Every parish, station, or branch of the Catholic Church […]