Holy Spirit, teach us to listen to Jesus, the Beloved Son. 2nd Sunday of Lent (A): 8th March 2020Gen. 12:1-4; Ps. 33(32):4-5,18-19,20,22; 2 Tim. 1:8-10; Mt. 17:1-9 (Ps Wk II) None of the Gospels suggests that Jesus took his three disciples up the mountain to be transfigured. The passage from Matthew’s Gospel seems to indicate…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Transfiguration: In today’s Gospel, when Jesus was transfigured. He was in dazzling brightness. His divine Glory brought Peter great spiritual consolation. It is natural for us to desire to remain in spiritual consolation. But, this is up to God’s Will; not ours. Pray to remain strong in our faith, in times…
Daily Word Of GodMatthew 5:43-48 Jesus said to his disciples: ‘You have heard how it was said, You will love your neighbour and hate your enemy. But I say this to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you; so that you may be children of your Father in heaven, for he…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Gospel of Salvation: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaims a radical Gospel that only with power of the Holy Spirit can we witness such a faith. Let God be our strength; let our trust in Him be our courage, and let our hope in Him be our peace. Let the season of…
Lord, during this Lenten season, help me to be more attentive to your voice1st Week of Lent, Saturday : 7th March 2020Deut. 26:16-19; Ps. 119(118):1-2,4-5,7-8; Mt. 5:43-48 (Ps Wk I) One of the hallmarks of Christianity is the commandment of LOVE, particularly the ‘Love of enemies’. When living out, we experience a sense of liberation.…
Daily Word Of GodMatthew 5:20-24 Jesus said to his disciples: ‘For I tell you, if your uprightness does not surpass that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never get into the kingdom of Heaven. ‘You have heard how it was said to our ancestors, ‘You shall not kill; and if anyone does kill he…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Worship and Faith: In today’s Gospel, Jesus reminded His disciples that when we bring our offering to the altar, but have not reconciled with our brother, then our offering is unworthily. Let us then purify our hearts of our sins, especially grievous ones before participating in the sacred celebration of the…
Lord, grant us the strength and perseverance to shake off all our sins 1st Week of Lent, Friday : 6th March 2020Ez. 18:21-28; Ps. 130(129):1-2,3-4,5-8; Mt. 5:20-26 (Ps Wk I) During this penitential season, we intentionally set aside time to reflect more deeply and prayerfully about our lives. Let us read the readings for Lent…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage God’s Love: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaims that His Father’s Love for every person is total and unconditional. Human love, regardless of how deep, selfless and sacrificial, is infinitely less committed. Let us pray that we have the wisdom to deepen our love for God each day, regardless of the challenges…
Having hearts that are a little restless is a precious gift from God1st Week of Lent, Thursday: 5th March 2020Est. 4:17; Ps. 138(137):1-3,7-8; Mt. 7:7-12 (Ps Wk I) What do we do when we are in trouble and have nowhere to turn? Many people panic, give up or do stupid things. Esther knew exactly what…