First reading: Hebrew 9:15, 24-28 Psalm: 98:1-6 (Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvelous deeds) Gospel: Mark 3: 22-30 A Brief Homily Today’s readings highlight the power of Jesus’ sacrifice and the victory He brings over sin. In Hebrews, we learn that Christ’s sacrifice is eternal, cleansing us from sin […]
Memorial of St. Thomas Aquinas First reading: Hebrew 10: 1-10 Psalm: 40: 2, 4, 7-8, 10-11 (Here I am Lord; I come to do your will) Gospel: Mark 3: 31-35 A Brief Homily In today’s readings, we see a theme of obedience to God’s will. Hebrews reminds us that sacrifices alone cannot perfect us; rather, […]
First reading: Hebrew 10:11-18 Psalm: 110: 1-4 (You are a priest for ever, in the line of Melchizedek) Gospel: Mark 4: 1-20 A Brief Homily The first reading reminds us that Christ’s sacrifice is complete, unlike the repeated sacrifices of old. His one offering forgives our sins and opens the way to God. This […]