"Your Word, Lord, is truth." † John 17:17
“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
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND 2026. FOURTH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME | YEAR II. FEAST OF THE PRESENTATION OF THE LORD. FIRST READING“The Lord whom you seek will come to his temple.” A reading from the Book of the Prophet Malachi (MALACHI 3: 1 – 4) Thus says the Lord God: “Behold, I send my messenger to … Read more
A Thanksgiving Prayer for the Month of January Heavenly Father,Source of all life and every good gift,we come before You with grateful heartsto thank You for seeing us through the month of January,the doorway of a new year and a new beginning. Lord, we thank You for the gift of life itself—for waking us each … Read more
In the Catholic Church, each month of the year carries a spiritual focus meant to guide the faithful in prayer, devotion, and reflection. While some months have long established and universal dedications, others are shaped by liturgical seasons and devotional tradition. February is traditionally dedicated to the Holy Family Jesus, Mary, and Joseph.This dedication invites … 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