January 2023 archive of Messages From Father Steve
Gospel Meditation - The Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 1/27/23
In my parents’ bedroom there were on the wall two photos of my mom and dad from their early adulthoods. The photo of my motherentranced me when I was a boy. I loved looking at it, even though I saw her in daily life. Something about that picture captured ... Read More »
Gospel Meditation - 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 1/20/23
When I was a young seminarian, I asked a wise old priest how to pray better. He said simply, “Don’t lie when you pray.” He helped me to see how much energy I waste in trying to appear acceptable to God when I pray. For me, prayer was showing ... Read More »
The Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 1/13/23
As you may know, the Church/Liturgical Year can be divided into different sections. We have just completed the Advent and Christmas Seasons. We now have started Ordinary Time, which began this past Tuesday, January 10. However, it is divided into two parts. The first part ends on the Tuesday ... Read More »
The Epiphany of the Lord/Solemnidad de la Epifanía del Señor
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 1/06/23
Today’s celebration is all about the manifestation of Jesus Christ to the world as the Son of God, the new-born king, and so much more that we will hear about throughout the new year.
The three kings followed the star, searching and ultimately finding the baby Jesus. The questions ... Read More »