Pro-life reflections and intercessions related to the Sunday readings
Jesus invites us to turn to Him in humility and contriteness of heart, like the tax collector in today’s Gospel. There we can receive mercy and forgiveness for all our sins, even those that are most grievous in nature, whether we have had an abortion or have willingly assisted in an abortion or euthanasia.
Read MoreJesus stresses the importance of having humility. To be humble is to live in reality, to accept weaknesses, and use our strengths for the glory of God, not for our own merit. Humility is essential to living a holy life.
Read More“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.
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