Pro-life reflections and intercessions related to the Sunday readings
Our Lord’s resurrection is a moment of joy and surprise. Mary Magdalene, while going to anoint the body of Jesus, discovers something she was not expecting: the tomb is empty! Peter and the other disciple are likewise met with confusion and surprise. What appeared to be the end of their ministry, a sad and dismal day, turned into a day of much rejoicing.
Read MoreThe resurrection of the body is a great comfort to those who grieve the loss of their unborn children. Whether a child is lost through abortion or miscarriage, we pray with Martha that they will “rise in the resurrection on the last day.”
Read MoreOn this great solemnity, the Magi, who represent the Gentiles or the non-Jewish peoples of the world, pay homage to the infant Jesus, the “King of the Jews”. Their response to Christ is sharply contrasted to that of King Herod who sought to kill Him. Both the Magi and King Herod acknowledged that He is a king. Both recognized that Jesus’ birth was going to change the status quo.
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