We hear from Bishop Reidy about the ministries served by the Annual Catholic Appeal

Deacon Mark reminds us that Lent is a journey of faith where we can step out of comfort in order to step closer to God.

Fr. Michael shares with us ways that we can be more attentive to the movement of God in our lives this Lenten season. He invites us to connect through the Lent devotion “CRUX” and reminds us that the world needs the witness of our faith.

Deacon Ben advises us that whatever we need to do to resolve, repent, renew ourselves and draw closer to God this Lent, “Just Do It.”

In today’s readings we are reminded that our actions begin with a thought. Deacon Mark helps us to see that our actions begin with at thought and that Jesus cautioned us to be aware of thoughts that could lead us to sin. Deacon also reminds us that when we do sin we can choose to seek out God’s Mercy.

Father Michael encourages us to ask the question “How can I serve you today?” to everyone we come in contact with and by doing this we will bring Christ’s Light to the World.

Father Alan encourages us to follow Christ’s example to love one another as He has loved us. You can support Cross Catholic Outreach by going to their website: CrossCatholic.org/outreach

Father Michael reminds us of the deep love that God has for each one of us and when we truly know that love, we can use the gifts He has given us to reach out to others to spread His mercy and peace.

Father Michael teaches us that living a sacramental life by attending Mass, going to confession, and praying is what will lead us closer to Christ and eventually to eternal life in Heaven.

Deacon Mark walks us through the deeper meaning of the Old Testament reading in light of the Gospel. He shows us how the Old Testament is revealed by the New Testament and asks us to live in the light of our baptismal promises.

Deacon Ben explains that the Epiphany is the manifestation of God to the world. The Magi were not Jewish, so they represent all non-Jewish people, and their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh represent the core values of Christianity: faith, hope, and love.

Father Michael reminds us that because of Mary’s YES to God, we are able to call God our Father; to cry out to Him with Jesus, “Abba, Daddy.”

Father Michael tells us that Christmas is about giving of yourself sacrificially and that from the Holy Family we learn: Adoration: I Love You; Contrition: I’m Sorry; Thanksgiving: Thank You; and Supplication: Please. These are important skills to have in our relationships with people in our lives and also with our Lord.

Deacon Ben reminds us that the true meaning of Christmas is to keep our eyes focused on Jesus and to turn away from the “idols” we have come to worship.

Father Michael invites us to follow our call to share in God’s divine mission to bring Emmanuel into the world. Let us allow God to enter into our hearts through the sacraments because He is truly the King of Glory.

Father Michael helps us see that the waiting through advent is an opportunity to refocus to see that God is With Us (Emmanuel) and that the reconciliation that we needed because of the sin of Adam & Eve took time. Be Patient.

Father Michael encourages us to ask our Blessed Mother to help us to have the sentiments she had while carrying the Word Incarnate within her. And, he reminds us that Mary was the first to receive God’s redeeming Grace which she received at her conception.

Deacon Mark helps us prepare our hearts and minds to receive Jesus in the Eucharist while also preparing our hearts to receive Him at Christmas.

Deacon Ben reminds us to stay watchful and alert as we await the coming of Christ into the world

Deacon Mark shares the type of King that Jesus is—not a worldly King with wealth and authoritarian power; but a meek and humble servant leader. May He reign in our hearts!