Lord, change me! Let the power of the Risen Christ transform meSaturday within Easter Octave : 18th April 2020Acts 4:13-21; Ps. 118(117):1,14-15,16,17-18,19-21; Mk. 16:9-15 (Psalter proper) Today’s scripture readings contrast the type of leadership exercised by the apostles before the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost and after. The passage from Mark gives the…
Lord, may I know and live out Your mission for meFriday within Easter Octave : 17th April 2020Acts 4:1-12; Ps. 118(117):1-2,4,22-24,25-27; Jn. 21:1-14 (Psalter proper) Today’s Gospel is filled with joy: the large catch of fish, the delight of sharing a meal, but most profoundly, Jesus is alive! Yet, why did the apostles go fishing?…
Lord, help us to see our suffering and struggles as part of your divine planThursday within Easter Octave : 16th April 2020Acts 3:11-26; Ps. 9(8):2,5,6-7,8-9; Lk. 24:35-48 (Psalter proper) Sometimes law-abiding and pious people can do terrible things through ignorance and misunderstanding. Peter made it clear to the crowds that they had killed the author…
Lord, by our Resurrection, give us the courage and faith to be living examples of Your Love.Wednesday within Easter Octave : 15th April 2020Acts 3:1-10; Ps. 105(104):1-2,3-4,6-7,8-9; Lk. 24:13-35 (Psalter proper) The remarkable “Emmaus Walk” reflects the theological themes of Luke in this journey to Emmaus. They are i) their walk-journey; ii) the faith in…
Lord, help increase our faith, hope and our love for youTuesday within Easter Octave : 14th April 2020Acts 2:36-41; Ps. 33(32):4-5,18-19,20,22; Jn. 20:11-18 (Psalter proper) Mary did not recognize Jesus, not because her tears blinded her or because it was still dark. Seeing the Risen Jesus was not and never is a matter of mere…
GOD is a GOD of surprises! Monday within Easter Octave : 13th April 2020Acts 2:14,22-33; Ps. 16(15):1-2a,5,7-8,9-10,11; Mt. 28:8-15 (Psalter proper) The women disciples, the first witnesses, of the Resurrection of the LORD cannot remain silent witnesses. They were bursting with JOY and wonder! They rush from the tomb, but before they can share their…
Give thanks to the Lord for He is good for His love has no endEASTER SUNDAY (A) : 12th April 2020Acts 10:34a,37-43; Ps. 118(117):1-2,16-17, 22-23; Col. 3:1-4 or 1 Cor. 5:6b-8; Jn. 20:1-9 or Mt. 28:1-10 (Psalter proper) In today’s scripture readings, one gets the impression that the events of Easter do bring about changes.…
Lord, renew us in mind and body to give You whole-hearted serviceHOLY SATURDAY : 11th April 2020Gen. 1:1--2:2; 22:1-18; Ex. 14:15-15:1; Is. 54:5-14; Is. 55:1-11; Rom. 6:3-11; Mt. 28:1-10 (Psalter proper) What does Genesis 22:1-18 tell us? It tells us of the willingness of Abraham to sacrifice his only son, Isaac (v 2). What does…
Lord, give me understanding and openness to Your wordGOOD FRIDAY : 10th April 2020Is. 52:13--53:12; Ps. 31(30):2,6,12-13,15-16,17,25; Heb. 4:14-16; 5:7-9; Jn. Jn 18:1-19:42 (Psalter proper) Isaiah’s Suffering Servant is the model of absolute obedience to God. This Servant is non-violent and compassionate. He does not shrink back from his call just because of abuse and…
A thanksgiving sacrifice I make: I will call on the Lord's name. (Ps 116:17)HOLY THURSDAY [EVENING CHRISM MASS] : 9th April 2020Ex. 12:1-8,11-14; Ps. 116(115):12-13,15-16, 17-18; 1 Cor. 11:23-26; Jn. 13:1-15 (Ps Wk II) The evening Mass on Holy Thursday especially commemorates Jesus' institution of the Eucharist at the Last Supper. It is indeed, divine…