Today’s gospel reading centers on the idea of authority. The Pharisees want to know where Jesus is doing all the things he’s doing (healing the sick, absolving people’s sins, etc.) While Jesus could have easily answered them by saying, “Well, I’m God, so…” He doesn’t.
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Second Sunday of Advent Gospel Reflection with Emily Jaminet
Sunday 6 December Second Sunday of Advent St. Nicholas Day Mark 1:1-8 The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ the Son of God. As it is written in Isaiah the prophet: Behold, I am sending my messenger ahead of you; he will prepare your way. A voice of one crying out in the desert:… Continue reading Second Sunday of Advent Gospel Reflection with Emily Jaminet
Mary Magdalene: Apostle to the Apostles
Today is the feast of Mary Magdalene, Apostle to the Apostles. Conversion like hers can take us from a place of brokeness to divine love.