Category: Ordinary Time

Central idea: From his conception, John the Baptist is Christ’s divinely appointed herald. Doctrine: John the Baptist and the Holy Spirit. Practical application: Be led by the Holy Spirit by prudence and counsel.

Central idea: Christ is the King of the Kingdom of God and we are called to be his subjects. Doctrine: Christ’s Kingdom is for us, the lowly. Practical application: We can “learn” Christ by prayerfully reading Sacred Scripture.

Central idea: Christ’s victory over our sin. Doctrine: Man in paradise. Practical application: Foretaste of paradise.

Central idea: Leaders who serve God. Doctrine: Priests are frail leaders who should serve. Practical application: Supporting our priests and bishops.

God actually loves us. Our consequent dignity and vocation. Showing greater respect for others.

Christ’s Beatitudes can teach and transform us, purifying our hearts.

Taking up one’s daily cross–Christian holiness by way of the Cross. The necessary virtues of fortitude and temperance.

God gladly forgives the sins of the contrite of heart. Contrition. Daily examination of conscience.

A great prophet has arisen. God has visited his people. Christ frees creation from sin and death. Prayers of thanksgiving.