March 14, 2021 — Fourth Sunday of Lent 2 CHR 36:14-16, 19-23; PS 137:1-2, 3, 4-5, 6; EPH 2:4-10; JN 3:14-21 Our readings today remind us that Jesus came into the world, suffered, and died for each one of us. It is a profound truth that we often forget through the busyness of life. Jesus […]
Stewardship Reflection on Lectionary Readings: March 7, 2021
March 7, 2021 — Third Sunday of Lent EX 20:1-17; PS 19:8, 9, 10, 11; 1 COR 1:22-25; JN 2:13-25 This week marks the halfway point in our season of Lent. Our readings call us to roll up our sleeves and persevere through the remainder of Lent by committing to a more faithful life with […]
Stewardship Reflection on Lectionary Readings: February 28, 2021
February 28, 2021 — Second Sunday of Lent GN 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18; PS 116:10, 15, 16-17, 18-19; ROM 8:31b-34; MK 9:2-10 Our readings today are a powerful testimony to God’s profound love for each one of us. This is an important message that is conveyed during this holy season of Lent as we partake […]
Stewardship Reflection on Lectionary Readings — February 21, 2021
February 21, 2021 — First Sunday of Lent GN 9:8-15; PS 25:4-5, 6-7, 8-9; 1 PT 3:18-22; MK 1:12-15 As we celebrate our first Sunday of Lent, our readings today remind us why we partake in this 40-day Lenten journey — to prepare our hearts for the resurrection of Christ on the glorious Easter morning. […]
Stewardship Reflection on Lectionary Readings — February 14, 2021
February 14, 2021 — Sixth Sunday of Ordinary Time LV 13:1-2, 44-46; PS 32:1-2, 5, 11; 1 COR 10:31-11:1; MK 1:40-45 Our readings today prepare us for the penitential season of Lent that we are about to enter. They call us to consider what our Lenten journey might be like — an opportunity to be […]
Stewardship Reflection on Lectionary Readings: February 7, 2021
February 7, 2021 — Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time JB 7:1-4, 6-7; PS 147:1-2, 3-4, 5-6; 1 COR 9-16, 22-23; MK 1:29-39 Our readings today remind us that Christ came to serve. The world often encourages us to look inward — for ways that someone or something can better serve us. Countering this typical mindset, […]
Stewardship Reflection on Lectionary Readings: January 31, 2021
January 31, 2021 — Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time DT 18:15-20; PS 95:1-2, 6-7, 7-9; 1 COR 7:32-35; MK 1:21-28 Our readings today remind us of God’s authority. If we willingly give God authority over our lives and trust in His provision, He will take care of us no matter what. In our First Reading, […]
Stewardship Reflection on Lectionary Readings: January 24, 2021
January 24, 2021 — Third Sunday of Ordinary Time Jon 3:1-5, 10; PS 25:4-5, 6-7, 8-9; 1 COR 7:29-31; MK 1:14-20 Our readings today call us to be decisive in our faith. God calls us as stewards to repent and renew our commitment to Him each day. In our First Reading, God instructs the prophet […]
Stewardship Reflection on Lectionary Readings: Jan. 17, 2021
January 17, 2021 — Second Sunday of Ordinary Time 1 SM 3:3b-10, 19; PS 40:2, 4, 7-8, 8-9, 10; 1 COR 6:13c-15a, 17-20; JN 1:35-42 Our readings today focus on the vital attributes of being a disciple of Christ. Our First Reading from Samuel unfolds the relationship between Samuel and the Lord. Samuel, who is serving […]
Stewardship Reflection on Lectionary Readings: Jan. 10, 2021
January 10, 2021 — The Baptism of the Lord IS 42:1-4, 6-7 or IS 55:1-11; PS 1-2, 3-4, 9-10 or IS 12:2-3, 4bcd, 5-6; ACTS 10:34-38 or 1 JN 5:1-9; MK 1:7-11 Our Christmas season concludes with the beginning of Jesus’ public ministry, the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. Jesus was not baptized because He […]
