Lent II [A] Sunday 1-page summary of an 8- minute homily L/20 Introduction: The common theme of today’s readings is metamorphosis or transformation.  The readings invite us to work with the assistance of the Holy Spirit to transform our lives by renewing them during Lent, and to radiate the glory and grace of the transfigured… Continue reading »

Synopsis of Lent V [A] Homily on John 11:1-45 (L/17) Introduction: Death with hope in resurrection, is the central theme of the Scripture readings for the Fifth Sunday of Lent. Scripture lessons: Reporting his vision in the first reading, Ezekiel bears witness to the reanimation of the dead Israel in preparation for her return to the Promised… Continue reading »

Synopsis of Lent IV Sunday [A] Homily on Jn 9:1-41 (L/17) Introduction: The fourth Sunday of Lent is known as “Laetare (Rejoice) Sunday,” expressing the Church’s joy in anticipation of the Resurrection of our Lord. Today’s readings both remind us that it is God who gives us proper vision in body as well as in… Continue reading »

Introduction: The common theme of today’s readings is metamorphosis or transformation. The readings invite us to work with the assistance of the Holy Spirit to transform our lives by renewing them during Lent, and to radiate the glory and grace of the transfigured Lord which we have received to all around us by our Spirit-filled… Continue reading »

Lent I [A]  Homily on Mt 4:1-11 (L/17) Introduction: Lent is primarily the time of intense spiritual preparation for conquering our temptations using the means Jesus used during his forty days of preparation in the desert for his public life. It is also the time for renewing our lives for the celebration of Easter with… Continue reading »