Sharing the Word for January 19, 2022
Now that Jesus has treated the Pharisees with public disdain because of their lack of concern for the afflicted man, they want to get rid of Jesus and his claims once and for all.
Sunday Soundbite for January 23, 2022
The presence of God in the Word is one of three ways God is present at each Eucharist. We are most familiar with the divine presence in the consecrated bread and wine. God is also present in the gathered assembly.
Saint Fabian
Be careful of birds landing on your head. That happened to Saint Fabian, and it was taken as a sign that he should be elected pope. So he was. And he served for 14 years until he was martyred in 250.
Faith and Family for January 23: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
In this week’s Gospel, the apostle Luke says that he will write down the events of Jesus’ life. He then proceeds to tell the story of Jesus’ visit to the synagogue where he read aloud the words of the prophet Isaiah.
Forces of Liberation
Archbishop Oscar Romero was known for his striking homilies that were broadcasted on the radio in El Salvador. He often highlighted the plight of the poor and the marginalized.
Court blocks vaccine mandate for businesses, allows it for health workers
The Supreme Court in a 6-3 decision Jan. 13 blocked a rule by the Biden administration that would have required employees at large businesses to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination or wear masks and get tested each week for the coronavirus.