Annunciation of the Lord Solemnity “And Mary said, ‘Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word’” (Luke 1:38).[1] Today is the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord. In Luke’s Gospel, we read about the Angel Gabriel visiting Mary and announcing she would bear the Son … Continue reading
Commentary on the psalms by Saint John Fisher, bishop and martyr
From the commentary on the psalms by Saint John Fisher, bishop and martyrIf anyone has sinned, we have an advocate with the Father Our high priest is Christ Jesus, our sacrifice is his precious body which he immolated on the altar of the cross for the salvation of all men. The blood that was poured … Continue reading
Some Greeks Seek Jesus
20 Now there were some Greeks among those who went up to worship at the Feast. 21 They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, with a request. “Sir,” they said, “we would like to see Jesus.” 22 Philip went to tell Andrew; Andrew and Philip in turn told Jesus. 23 Jesus replied, “The hour has come for the … Continue reading
Be Holy! 