All four evangelists treat of the baptism of Jesus. Mark-simply has John baptizing Jesus without further comment, except to say that John’s baptism was “for the forgiveness of sin.” That must have sparked some questions. If Jesus was sinless, what was he doing participating in a rite whose purpose was the forgiveness of sin? Matthew– […]
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Fr Nelson Lobo OFM Cap (Micah 5: 1-4a; Psalm 80; Hebrews 10: 5-10; Luke 1: 39-45) FIRST READING: The Time is the 8th century before Christ’s birth. The place is Judah, which was commonly referred to as the Southern Kingdom. Assyria had arisen as a world military and political power. In fact, Assyria had successfully invaded
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Pink Candle: it represents joy and anticipation of Christmas. Readings: 1. Zep 3:14-18a: Song of Joy 2. Responsorial Psalm Is 12:2-3,4,5-6 3. Phil 4:4-7: Rejoice in the Lord Always. 4. Gospel Luke 3:10-18: what shall we do? Gaudete in Domino Sempre (Rejoice in the Lord always). Today we are celebrating the Gaudete Sunday: the joyful
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second Candle – of Peace Readings: First: Baruch 5:1-9. Responsorial Psalm 126: 1-2, 2-3,4-5,6 Second: Phil 1:4-6, 8-11. Gospel: Luke 3:1-6. Introduction: Psalm 125 sets us a tone to understand the pains and joys of life. It tells about the pain of bondage, the sufferings of hardship and the joy of freedom and happiness of reaping
Second Sunday of Advent -Year C- 8th December 2024 Read More »
Introduction This year 2025, the Catholic Church celebrates the Jubilee year. “Spes Non confundit” (Hope does not disappoint). This message is given by his Holiness Pope Francis. It is based on St. Paul’s letter to Romans5:5. https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/bulls/documents/20240509_spes-non-confundit_bolla-giubileo2025.html( read the beautiful signs of hope from nos 7-15). First advent candle – HOPE Advent is
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First reading: Dn 7:13-14: The vision of Daniel Ps 93:1,1-2,5: The Lord is King; he is robed in majesty. Second reading: Rev 1:5-8: Jesus Christ, the first born from the dead. Gospel: John 18:33b-37. Are you the king of the Jews? Homily Introduction Today is the last Sunday of the liturgical year B. Liturgical year
The Solemnity of Jesus Christ, the King of the Universe – Year B- 24th November 2024 Read More »
Eighth World day of the poor: “The prayer of the poor rises up to God” On the feast day of Saint Anthony of Padua, the patron saint of the poor, Pope Francis gave a message to celebrate the world day of the poor. By quoting from the book of Sirach 21:5, “the prayer of the poor
Thirty -Third Sunday Sermon Year B-17th Nov 2024 Read More »
The rich poor widow (1 Kings 17: 10-16; Psalm 146; Heb 9: 24-28; Mark 12: 38-44) Fr Nelson Lobo OFM Cap How did Jesus know about this poor woman’s state? May be Jesus was able to deduce some things based upon the lady’s appearance. She was likely dressed like a poor person. Maybe she
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The Great Commandment-Love of God & of Neighbour (Deut 6: 2-6; Psalm 18; Hebrews 7: 23-28; Mark 12: 28b-34) Fr Nelson Lobo OFM Cap Introduction: In this passage, the Pharisees send an expert in their religious law to test Jesus by asking Him a highly debated question of the day. The Pharisees, the religious leaders,
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Learning from Bartimaeus the Blind Beggar (Jeremiah 31: 7-9; Psalm 126: 1-6; Hebrews 5: 1-6; Mark 10: 46-52) Fr Nelson Lobo OFM Cap Introduction: Blindness in the 21st century is bad enough – but it was much worse in Jesus’ day. Today a blind person at least has the hope of living a useful life
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