Sunday Reflections
Weekly reflections from Fr Michael based on the liturgy of the Word of that SundayThe Baptism of the Lord. Jan 10, 2021
The Baptism of the Lord. Jan 10, 2021Isaiah 55: 1 – 11Psalm 121 John 5: 1 – 9Mark 1. 7 – 11 When God spoke at Jesus’ baptism, he had to rely on that Word, “You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased” (Mark 1: 11). He was not hearing repeated confirmations...
Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph (Sunday Dec 27, 2020)
Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph (Sunday Dec 27, 2020)Genesis 15: 1 – 6; 17. 3 – 5, 15 – 16; 21. 1 – 7Psalm: 105Hebrews 11, 8, 11 – 12, 17 – 19Gospel Luke 2: 22 -40 The Bible is not particularly sentimental about families. What makes a family holy,...
Christmas Day – December 25 The Nativity of the Lord
Christmas Day – December 25The Nativity of the LordIsaiah 52: 7 – 10Psalm: 98Hebrews 1, 1-6Gospel John 1, 1 – 18 The Christmas feast is a festival full of joy. The Eternal Word has become Man and dwells among us. The longings of the patriarchs and prophets are...