First reading: Isaiah 40: 1-5, 9-11 Psalm:104: 1-4, 24-25, 27-30, (Bless the Lord, O my soul! O Lord my God, how great you are!) Second reading: Titus 2: 11-14; 3: 4-7 Gospel: Luke 3: 15-16, 21-22 Brief Homily Today we celebrate the Baptism of the Lord, where Jesus, though sinless, chose to be baptized to show […]
First reading: Hebrew 7:25-8:6 Psalm: 40:7-8, 10 (Here am I, Lord; I come to do your will) Gospel: Mark 3:7-12 A Brief Homily In today’s readings, we see the greatness of Jesus as our eternal High Priest who intercedes for us. Hebrews reminds us that Jesus offers a perfect sacrifice, bringing us close to God. In the […]
Memorial of Francis De Sales First reading: Hebrew 8:6-13 Psalm: 85:7, 9-14 (Kindness and truth shall meet) Gospel: Mark 3:13-19 A Brief Homily Today’s readings reveal God’s deep desire to renew and guide us. In Hebrews, Jesus mediates a new and better covenant, written in our hearts, not on tablets of stone. This covenant brings forgiveness and […]