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Gospel Commentary: The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

The miracle of the loaves and fish was a prelude to the Eucharist. It is no coincidence that during this event, Jesus took, blessed, broke and gave the bread to his disciples who then set the bread before the crowd. These same actions marked the Last Supper when Jesus instituted the Sacrament of the Eucharist.

6/21/19

Stop judging

The Gospel this Sunday gives us one of the most popular lines of Scripture in the modern world: “Stop judging.”

2/21/19

For the Catholic Herald

Gospel Commentary: The Trinity’s inner life

Christianity is entirely about the union of love. In the Gospel reading for Trinity Sunday, Jesus gives us a glimpse into the heart of reality — into the inner life of the Blessed Trinity.

6/12/19

For the Catholic Herald
A thirst for mercy and peace

The celebration of the coming of the Holy Spirit should be full of inspiration and life. It stands to reason that a day dedicated to the dynamic and active Spirit of God would include multiple possibilities from Scripture to be read at Mass. There are three possibilities when it comes to the Gospel passage. There is a passage for the Vigil Mass from John 7. On Sunday during the day, there is a “dealer’s choice” between John 20 and John 14.More

6/12/19

Fr. Matthew Zuberbueler

Gospel Commentary: Just the beginning

The ascension of Jesus into heaven should have been the saddest goodbye in history. More

5/29/19

By Fr. James C. Hudgins | For the Catholic Herald

Gospel Commentary: Bestowing the gift of the Spirit

As we approach the end of the Easter season, we turn our attention to the precious gift of the Holy Spirit, the great promise of Our Lord to his disciples. More

5/22/19

By Fr. Jack Peterson | For the Catholic Herald

Gospel commentary: Glory in the cross

During the season of Easter, the church, following ancient tradition, revisits the Lord’s words and deeds, understanding them more deeply now that the Resurrection has completed the picture. Thus, this Sunday’s Gospel places us back at the Last Supper, at the beginning of Christ’s final words to those he loved. More

5/16/19

Fr. Joseph M. Rampino

I’m a sheep

To be a sheep under the care of the Good Shepherd is the beginning of our eternal life. The peace and security we hope for in this world is something we expect will be present in Heaven. As sheep in Jesus’ care, we already possess something of eternity.More

5/9/19

Fr. Matthew Zuberbueler

Gospel Commentary: Begin again

In all the history of the church, there has never been a day of scandal worse than Good Friday. More

5/1/19

By Fr. James C. Hudgins | For the Catholic Herald

Gospel Commentary: A mission of mercy

In every season of the church’s liturgical year, we are compelled by the love of God to proclaim boldly God’s mercy. More

4/24/19

By Fr. Jack Peterson | For the Catholic Herald

Gospel Commentary: It was still dark

While Easter Sunday brings images of light and renewed life, Christ in golden glory, the pure sunshine of a spring morning, innumerable flowers and songs of great joy, the Gospel reading for this highest feast sets a rather different scene. More

4/17/19

By Fr. JOSEPH M. RAMPINO | For the Catholic Herald

Gospel Commentary: Taught by his love

In the blessed days of Holy Week, we have opportunities to enter into the events of Jesus’ “hour.” In prayer and love for him, we can accompany Jesus in these days, reliving our understanding of the great sacrifices he made for us and for all people. One simple way of entering into the Gospel accounts of the Passion is to note the many interactions Jesus has along the way. In less than a day, he will face crowds and individuals, speaking to them, loving them, teaching them and forgiving them. More

4/10/19

By Fr. Matthew Zuberbueler | For the Catholic Herald

Gospel Commentary: Writing in the sand

The Gospel this week tells us the beloved story of the mercy of Jesus toward the woman caught in the act of adultery.More

4/3/19

Fr. James C. Hudgins | For the Catholic Herald

Gospel commentary: Parable of the amazing father

Jesus proclaims to the world the tender mercy of the Father through his own merciful heart; he reaches out to the downtrodden through his parables, preaching and generous offers of forgiveness to everyone who draws near.More

4/2/19

Fr. Jack Peterson

Gospel Commentary: The urgency of love

This third Sunday of Lent, the Lord has strong words for us: “If you do not repent, you will all perish!” More

3/20/19

By Fr. Joseph M. Rampino | For the Catholic Herald

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