Thomas believed because he saw the risen Jesus. Although we have never seen him, we believe in him. We give thanks to the Lord for this gift faith, especially when gather for the breaking of the bread and the prayers. read more

Alleluia! The stone rejected by the builders has become the corner stone. If we have died with Christ, we shall also rise with him and pass from death to life. read more

They buried the Lord and sealed the tomb by rolling a large stone in front of it. They stationed soldiers there to guard it Mt 27:66. read more

Good Friday readings bring us to the pinnacle of the holy days in the Christian calendar. While we have heard the story of the passion of our Lord many times, it can still impact us in new ways, opening new insights for us to contemplate in our journey of faith. read more

Before the feast of the Passover Jesus knew that his hour had come; he had always loved those who were his own, and now he would show them the depth of his love. read more

Then Satan entered into the Judas call Iscariot, who was of the number of the Twelve. He went away and conferred with the chief priest and captains how he might betray him to them (LK 22:3-4). read more

Jesus humbling himself out of love for us did not shield his face from buffets and spitting, but offered his life on the cross. He relied on his Father's love. read more

Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born anew, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot, see the Kingdom of God (Jn 3:16). read more

Well done, my good and faithful servant, you have been trustworthy in small things. Now share your master's joy. read more

In distancing himself from his father, the prodigal son felt initially the exuberance of misguided liberty. However, before long, he lost his dignity, his joy, and the meaning of his life. Yet, the father was eager to forgive his son at the sign of his return and accepted him not as a slave but as a full member of the family. read more

The time of penance has come, the time to atone for our sins and to seek our salvation. read more

And he entered the temple and began to drive out those who sold, saying to them, It is written, My house shall be a house of prayer; but you made it a den of robbers (Lk 19:45) read more