Scripture Reflections
Thoughts and commentary on the Sunday readings.Join us each week for a short reflection based upon the readings used at the Sunday Mass, as listed in the Roman Catholic Lectionary.
Reflection for the 4th Sunday in Advent (Cycle B)
Reading I: 2 Samuel 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16 Reading II: Romans 16:25-27 GOSPEL: Luke 1:26-38 A Game of Truth AND Dare You remember that old game of Truth or Dare from the days of your youth? Maybe you even still play it. Someone asks you "Truth or Dare?" and you pick...
Reflection for the 3rd Sunday in Advent (Cycle B)
Reading I: Isaiah 61:1-2a, 10-11 Reading II: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 GOSPEL: John 1:6-8, 19-28 Preparing the Way Advent is a time of year when we, as Christians, are called upon to prepare the way of the Lord. But what does that really mean? Is it only about getting...
Reflection for the 2nd Sunday in Advent (Cycle B)
Reading I: Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11 Reading II: 2 Peter 3:8-14 GOSPEL: Mark 1:1-8 During this special time of year, we often try to look out for others – but there are definitely limits to what we’re comfortable doing. Imagine this situation: You and your kids are walking...