Darkness and black clouds that are menacing Jesus is the great light that shines on those who dwell in darkness. John is “under pressure.” Although relatively young, he feels death is lurking in the darkness. … Read More
2nd Sunday of Advent (SSVP USA)
Gospel: (Matthew 3:1-12) John the Baptist appeared, preaching in the desert of Judea and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!” It was of him that the prophet Isaiah had spoken when … Read More
2nd Sunday of Advent (Ross Reyes Dizon)
Voice demanding justice, mercy and peace The voice of Jesus is an invitation to the kingdom of God. And the voice of the disciples should be but an echo of their Teacher’s voice. The Forerunner … Read More
Feast of Saint Catherine Labouré (SSVP USA)
Gospel: (Luke 12:32-34) Jesus said to his disciples: “Do not live in fear, little flock. It has pleased your Father to give you the kingdom. Sell what you have and give alms. Get purses for … Read More
Feast of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal (SSVP USA)
Gospel: (Luke 1:26-38) The angel Gabriel was sent from God to a town of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin named Mary. The angel said to her: “Hail full of grace! The Lord is with … Read More
1st Sunday of Advent (SSVP USA)
Gospel: (Matthew 24:37-44) Jesus said to his disciples: “As it was in the days of Noah, so it will be at the coming of the Son of Man. In those days before the flood, they … Read More
1st Sunday of Advent (Ross Reyes Dizon)
Coming soon for us to watch, now showing The Son of Man comes and he does not want his coming to catch us unprepared. We do not know when our Lord is coming. That is … Read More
Jesus Christ, King of the Universe (José Antonio Pagola)
A strange judgment The sources leave no room for any doubt. Jesus devotes his life to those he sees are in need of help. He cannot pass up any opportunity to help them. No suffering … Read More
Jesus Christ, King of the Universe (Rosalino Reyes Dizon)
That God may be all in all (1 Cor 15, 28) The kingship of Jesus Christ puts into question all other kingship. He alone has full rights to everybody’s loyalty. It is as questionable to … Read More
Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time (José Antonio Pagola)
Creative searching In spite of its apparent simplicity, the parable of the talents packs an explosive charge. Surprisingly, the “third servant” is condemned without having done anything bad. His only mistake consists in “not doing … Read More