Synopsis: OT IV [A] Sunday  Homily on Mt 5:1-12 (L/17) Introduction: Today’s readings define our Christian goal of eternal happiness and explain the attitudes and actions necessary to reach it. They form the outline for Christ-like living, giving the personal qualities expected of a disciple of Jesus and pointing out the way of life to… Continue reading »

Synopsis: OT III [A]  Homily on Mt 4:12-23 (L/17) Introduction:   Describing the humble beginning of the public ministry of Jesus, today’s Scripture readings teach us that Christ has brought us from darkness of sin into the Light (4:16) by calling us to repentance (4:17) and the acceptance of God’s rule.  Scripture lessons: The first… Continue reading »

Introduction: The central theme of today’s readings is a challenge to live like the Lamb of God and to die like the Lamb of God.  Scripture lessons: In both the first and second readings, God calls individuals to His service entrusting them with a mission. The first reading is from the “Songs of the Suffering… Continue reading »