The Mass in Focus
Like troubled Job we ask, where does one find hope?
Look to the Gospel and the healing power of Jesus when life gets really dark, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior on the readings for this Sunday’s Mass.
In Gospel, identity of Jesus is slowly revealed
The disciples of Christ recognize the authority of Jesus in word and deed. That demands a response from us to follow him each day, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior on the readings for this Sunday’s Mass.
Readings of the holy Mass – Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Read or listen to the readings before Mass with the resources below from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
The apostles’ mission to repent and believe is ours too
Jesus is on a mission of salvation when he calls the apostles, including everyone today, to respond and follow him, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior on the readings for this Sunday’s Mass.
Readings of the holy Mass – Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Read or listen to the readings before Mass with the resources below from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
Jesus offers what we’re looking for: Life
In his commentary on this Sunday’s readings for Mass, Msgr. Joseph Prior reflects on the calling of disciples by Jesus, and what it means for people’s constant search for him today.
Readings of the holy Mass – Second Sunday of Ordinary Time
Read or listen to the readings before Mass with the resources below from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
Why was Jesus baptized? It’s simple, and it’s complex
Msgr. Joseph Prior writes a short answer – Jesus chose baptism, he didn’t need it – and a longer answer to the question on the eve of the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord this Sunday.
Readings of the holy Mass – The Baptism of the Lord
Read or listen to the readings before Mass with the resources below from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
On Epiphany, celebrate the gift of Jesus
Allowing Christ into the home of our family will animate that family with love, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior. And the light, which is Christ, will shine forth for all the nations -- and that is the greatest of all gifts.