2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time (B)
Who is Jesus for us? John calls Jesus the Lamb of God and thus signifies Jesus' mission as the One who redeems us from our sins. The blood of the Passover Lamb (Exodus 12) delivered the Israelites from their oppression in Egypt and from the plague of death. The Lord Jesus freely offered up his life for us on the cross as the atoning sacrifice for our sins (1 Corinthians 5:7). The blood which he poured out for us on the cross cleanses, heals, and frees us from our slavery to sin, and from the "wages of sin which is death" (Romans 6:23) and the "destruction of both body and soul in hell" (Matthew 10:28).
It is significant that John was the son of the priest, Zachariah, who participated in the daily sacrifice of a lamb in the temple for the sins of the people (Exodus 29). In Jesus, John saw the true and only sacrifice which could deliver us from the bondage of sin, death, and the powers of hell. How did John know the true identity of Jesus, as the Son of God and Savior of the world (John 1:29)? The Holy Spirit revealed to John Jesus' true nature in such a way that John bore witness that this is the Son of God. How can we be certain that Jesus is truly the Christ, the Son of the living God? The Holy Spirit makes the Lord Jesus Christ known to us through the gift of faith. God gives us freely of his Spirit that we may comprehend - with enlightened minds and eyes of faith - the great mystery and plan of God to unite all things in his Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. Let us pray: Lord Jesus Christ, fill me with the power of your Holy Spirit that I may grow in the knowledge of your great love and truth. Let your Spirit be aflame in my heart that I may joyfully seek to do your will in all things.
Have a Blessed and Joyful Week
2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time (B)
Who is Jesus for us? John calls Jesus the Lamb of God and thus signifies Jesus' mission as the One who redeems us from our sins. The blood of the Passover Lamb (Exodus 12) delivered the Israelites from their oppression in Egypt and from the plague of death. The Lord Jesus freely offered up his life for us on the cross as the atoning sacrifice for our sins (1 Corinthians 5:7). The blood which he poured out for us on the cross cleanses, heals, and frees us from our slavery to sin, and from the "wages of sin which is death" (Romans 6:23) and the "destruction of both body and soul in hell" (Matthew 10:28).
It is significant that John was the son of the priest, Zachariah, who participated in the daily sacrifice of a lamb in the temple for the sins of the people (Exodus 29). In Jesus, John saw the true and only sacrifice which could deliver us from the bondage of sin, death, and the powers of hell. How did John know the true identity of Jesus, as the Son of God and Savior of the world (John 1:29)? The Holy Spirit revealed to John Jesus' true nature in such a way that John bore witness that this is the Son of God. How can we be certain that Jesus is truly the Christ, the Son of the living God? The Holy Spirit makes the Lord Jesus Christ known to us through the gift of faith. God gives us freely of his Spirit that we may comprehend - with enlightened minds and eyes of faith - the great mystery and plan of God to unite all things in his Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. Let us pray: Lord Jesus Christ, fill me with the power of your Holy Spirit that I may grow in the knowledge of your great love and truth. Let your Spirit be aflame in my heart that I may joyfully seek to do your will in all things.
Have a Blessed and Joyful Week
Our Lady Of Grace Romney
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Next week’s readings:
Next week’s readings: Acts of the Apostles 3: 13-15, 17-19; Psalm 4: 2, 4, 7-8, 9; 1 John 2: 1-5a; Luke 24: 35-48
In Our Store
in Quinn Hall
The Holy Rosary
Rooted in Sacred Scripture, the Rosary has been called the Gospel in miniature. Beautiful music is blended with subtle voices as the symphony of prayers of this timeless treasure is presented by Matthew Arnold so that all can participate. The recitation of this traditional Catholic prayer honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary is perfect for personal use in private meditation or for family devotions.
In Our Store
in Quinn Hall
Bible Study
On the Book of Revelation begins Tuesday in Quinn Hall after the noon Mass.
Please read chapter 1 in advance.
Catholic Adult Education
Has Begun! at 10.00 - 10:30 AM, in the library. Mike Anders and Charlie Hall will facilitate the 10-week DVD series "Catholicism" by Bishop Barron for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. The same session will re-run on Tuesdays at 7:00 PM.
LightHouse Catholic Media CDs
available in Quinn Hall. They cover a variety of topics about our Catholic Faith
In Our Store
in Quinn Hall
Urgent Help Needed
Our Seminarian needs a little more help with donations
Please Purchase a CD for $20.00 all goes to his cost
Becky and I visited with Phillip last week during the “Family Week-end” at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary. He is doing very well and is extremely happy beginning his formation to the priesthood. While we were there we learned the seminarians have been asked to help make up a budget short fall by donating or soliciting donations of $750 per seminarian. Phillip did not mention this when he was at OLOG three weeks ago as he is so appreciative of all the support we have given him he is reluctant to ask for additional help. So, since I believe that is what grandfathers are for, I am only providing the information that envelopes are available for any donation you may feel inclined to give; and for a donation of $20 or more a CD of hymns sung by the Mount St. Mary’s Seminary Choir will be yours as a token of appreciation.
Thank you and may God continue to bless our wonderful parish. Joe