ACTS 5:17-26; PSALM 34; JOHN 3:16-21 “The men you imprisoned are in the Temple, preaching to the people.” Peter and the other apostles were imprisoned because they were preaching about the risen Christ. Miraculously and astonishingly they were set free. No one can imprison the news about the risen Christ and no one can stop […]
Category Archives: Weekday Homily
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Apr
Apr
ACTS 4:32-37; PSALM 92; JOHN 3:7-15 “The whole group of believers was united, heart and soul”. This statement underscores the practice of the early Christian Church. They worked together to build the body of Christ. None of their members was ever in want, as everything they owned was held in common. Today’s Christians have so […]
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Apr
Apr
Acts 4:23-31; Psalm 2; John 3:1-8 Jesus said to Nicodemus “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God”. To be born of water is baptism; while to be born of the Spirit is confirmation. Beloved, from the statement of Jesus we […]
09
Apr
Apr
Acts 4:13-21; Psalm 118; Mark 16:9-15 In the gospel reading today, Jesus gave the great mandate “Go out to the whole world; proclaim the Good News.” Mary Magdalene did this (Mk16:10-11) and all the disciples were mandated as well (Mk16:15). Peter and John in the first reading boldly exercised this mandate. Peter says “we cannot […]
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Apr
Apr
Acts 4:1-12; Psalm 118; John 21:1-14 Today’s readings present us with salvation as the basic theme. In first reading with an uncommon boldness Peter noted that “The name of Jesus Christ is the only one by which we can be saved”. Beloved, there is no salvation in any other name; be careful the names you […]
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Apr
Apr
ACTS 3:11-26; PSALM 8; LUKE 24:35-48 While the disciples were still troubled over what has happened. “Jesus himself stood among them and said to them, ‘Peace be with you!’ To all those who are troubled Jesus the risen Lord greets you peace. To all those in a state of alarm and fright, those who are […]
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Apr
Apr
Acts 3:1-10; Psalm 105; Luke 24:13-35 “They recognized him at the breaking of bread”. This statement shows the paramount place of the Eucharist in the life of the disciples. Every one of us comes to recognize Jesus better at the breaking of bread. Jesus himself left us with this responsibility when he says “Do this […]
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Apr
Apr
ACTS 2:36-41; PSALM 33; JOHN 20:11-18 Peter said to the people “You must repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus”. We are told that 3000 persons were converted to Christianity that very day. The Church grows by preaching and conversion. Like Mary Magdalene in the gospel let us make Christ known […]
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Apr
Apr
Acts 2:14, 22-33; Psalm 16; Matthew 28:8-15 On the day of Pentecost Peter stood up with the Eleven and addressed the crowd in a loud voice. Peter spoke of Christ to the people. This is regarded as the sermon in Christian history. This is an invitation to speak of Christ to the people around you. […]
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Apr
Apr
Acts 2:14, 22-33; Psalm 16; Matthew 28:8-15 On the day of Pentecost Peter stood up with the Eleven and addressed the crowd in a loud voice. Peter spoke of Christ to the people. This is regarded as the sermon in Christian history. This is an invitation to speak of Christ to the people around you. […]