Gospel Reflection

A prophet is not without honour, except in his own country. Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, In today’s Gospel, Jesus returns to His hometown of Nazareth. This should have been a moment of joy and welcome. After all, these were His people, the ones who knew Him as a child, who had seen Him … Read more

“Little girl, I say to you, arise.” Mark 5:21–43 My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Today’s Gospel draws us into one of the most moving encounters with the living power of Jesus. Saint Mark presents two miracles woven into one story, and together they reveal not only what Jesus can do, but who He is and how … Read more

“My eyes have seen your salvation.” Today’s Gospel brings us into the heart of the Temple in Jerusalem, a place of prayer, sacrifice, and expectation. Mary and Joseph come in quiet obedience to the Law of Moses. There is nothing outwardly extraordinary about them: a young couple, poor enough to offer two turtledoves, carrying a small … Read more

Holy Gospel Reflection Matthew 5: 1 – 12a Beloved in Christ, The Lord, seeing the crowds, ascends the mountain. This ascent is not without meaning. As Saint Augustine teaches, the mountain signifies the height of divine wisdom, from which Christ, the true Lawgiver, proclaims not a law written on stone, but one inscribed upon the … Read more

“Who then is this, that even wind and sea obey him?” Gospel Reflection Mark 4:35–41 Evening had come. The day was ending. The disciples were tired. And it is precisely then that Jesus says something unexpected:“Let us go across to the other side.” This is often how faith works. Just when we think the day … Read more