† God is Love. Love everyone as you love yourself.
When we read the story of Lazarus in the Gospel, we are not just encountering a miracle we are stepping into one of the most personal and revealing relationships in the life of Jesus. Unlike many others who met Jesus briefly or followed Him from a distance, Lazarus belonged to a small circle of people … Read more
There is something deeply human about this Gospel. It doesn’t rush past pain or pretend that faith removes suffering. Instead, it brings us right into it. Lazarus is sick, His sisters, Mary and Martha, do what any of us would do. They reach out to Jesus believing in Him, trusting in Him, and yet Jesus … Read more
Catholic Mass Readings Today March 22nd 2026. Fifth Sunday of Lent, Year A. FIRST READING “I will put my spirit within you, and you shall live. ” A reading from the Book of the Prophet Ezekiel (EZEKIEL 37: 12 – 14) Thus says the Lord GOD: Behold, I will open your graves, and raise you … Read more
Fourth Week of Lent In today’s Gospel, we are drawn into a scene filled with division, confusion, and tension. The people are listening to Jesus, yet they cannot agree on who He truly is. Some recognize something extraordinary “This is really the prophet… This is the Christ.” Others doubt, question, and even reject Him. What … Read more
Catholic Mass Readings Today Saturday, March 21st 2026. Fourth week of Lent FIRST READING “I was like a gentle lamb led to the slaughter. ” A reading from the Book of Jeremiah (JEREMIAH 11: 18 – 20) The Lord made it known to me and I knew; then you did show me their evil deeds. … Read more
Fourth Week of Lent In today’s Gospel, we encounter a moment filled with tension, confusion, and quiet authority. Jesus is moving carefully, aware that there are people seeking to kill Him. Yet, despite the danger, He does not hide completely. He goes to the temple and continues to teach openly. What stands out is this … Read more
Catholic Mass Readings Today Friday, March 20th 2026. Fourth week of Lent. FIRST READING “Let us condemn him to a shameful death.” A reading from the Book of Wisdom (WISDOM 2: 1a, 12 – 22) Ungodly men reasoned unsoundly, saying to themselves, “Let us lie in wait for the righteous man, because he is inconvenient … Read more
Today, the Church joyfully celebrates the Happy Feast Day of St. Joseph, a man whose life speaks powerfully without many recorded words. In a world that often values recognition, status, and noise, St. Joseph stands as a reminder that holiness is often found in quiet obedience, deep trust, and faithful action. The Gospel for today … Read more
Catholic Mass Readings Today Thursday, March 19th 2026. Fourth Week of Lent. THE SOLEMNITY OF SAINT JOSEPH, HUSBAND OF BLESSED VIRGIN MARY. FIRST READING “The Lord God will give to him the throne of his father, David” (Lk 1:32). A reading from the second Book of Samuel (2 SAMUEL 7: 4 — 5a, 12 — … Read more
“As the Father raises the dead and gives them life, so also the Son gives life to whom he will.” This passage is not the kind you simply read and move on from. It asks you to stop and really listen. Jesus is not telling a story here. He is speaking plainly about who He … Read more