Browsing the February 2017 archive of Pastor's Column

December 18, 2016

Posted by Mary Ann Peterson on 2/22/17

4th Sunday in Advent - A Reflection by Fr. Leo

 

Joseph seems to be the major character in today’s gospel.  Like Mary, he plays a role in Christ being born into time as we know it.  He is guided, it says, by a dream to take Mary as ... Read More »

December 11, 2016

Posted by Mary Ann Peterson on 2/22/17

3rd Sunday of Advent—A Reflection by Fr. Leo

  

“Behold I am sending my messenger ahead of you; he will prepare your way before you.”

                                                             (Mt 11:10)

Jesus is the messenger sent by God to lead us into the fullness of God’s Kingdom. Jesus ... Read More »

December 4, 2016

Posted by Mary Ann Peterson on 2/22/17

2nd Sunday of Advent - A Reflection by Fr. Leo

 

“Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!” (MT 3:1)

 

Clearly “repentance,” is the theme of today’s gospel.  So what then is “repentance” and how do we go about repenting?

 

The first requirement for repentance ... Read More »