Pro-life reflections and intercessions related to the Sunday readings
“Baptism” means washing and John the Baptist made it a symbolic rite of moral purification. But why was Jesus baptized if He had no need for moral purification?
Most ancient writers say that by being baptized, Jesus not only wanted to be a sign of hope for the people, but wanted to sanctify the waters of baptism. Thus, because contact with Christ purifies, let us keep in touch with Him through prayer and the sacraments.
Read MoreSt. Paul speaks directly to the nature of the Christian vocation, spelling out not only that to which we are called, but also how we are to live in a worthy manner. The emphasis is on unity. In the Gospel, even Jesus places an emphasis on unity: “Gather up the fragments left over, so that nothing may be lost.”
Read MoreThe Gospel today invites Catholics to reflect on whether we are like those scribes and Pharisees who were more interested in their public image than in living in accordance with the truth. We must be careful to practice whatever we teach, so that we can be living witnesses to the truth.
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