Catholic Cardinal Reflections

September 12, 2021 (24th Sunday in Ordinary Time)

March 8, 2020 - Fr. Xavier's message- In times of trouble, we can sometimes let panic overtake us. Trust in God's mercy to calm our fears. Teresa explores the transfiguration of Jesus as foundational for mankind- his divinity as the Son of God vs. his humanity at Calgary- climbing two different mountains.

2nd Sunday in Lent

February 16, 2020 - Jesus used exageration to depict the commandments, including anger. In fact, Jesus was frequently angry with the officials and hypocrits that sought to portray Him as a law-breaker. Anger is in itself not a sin, as it can provoke loving acts that change the world. It is only a sin if not directed towards greater presence of God.

6th Sunday in Ordinary Time

February 2, 2020 - Fr. Dominic reminds us that candles are a symbol of the light of Christ, while Teresa describes Jesus as a child who changed the world, as unveiled by Simeon in Christ's presentation in the temple.

Feast of the Presentation of our Lord

January 26, 2020 - When Jesus called his disciples, they were not chosen from the most beautiful, intelligent, wealthy or popular; they mirrored His propensity for associating with the lowly people, who in His and his Father's eys were actually the beautiful people that he loves intensely. We need to see others with God's eyes.

3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 19, 2019 - As humans we sin over and over again, but baptism give us the power to repent and be God's light in the world as His sons and daughters. Blessed are those called to the supper of the Lamb.

2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 12, 2020 - John protests that he is not worthy to baptise Jesus, but He assures John it is the "righteous" thing to do, paving the way for all of us to understand, with Jesus, that we are beloved sons and daughters of God. God's favor on us is a game changer, and that could be our "lightbulb" moment.

Feast of the Baptism of our Lord

January 5, 2020 - The Magi searched for the infant Jesus. They were considered sinful sorcerers, but when they found Him, honored Him with expensive gifts. The epiphany is the showing, the manifestation of Jesus to the Magi. We are called to show to others the same kind of love that God has for us.

Solemnity of the Epiphany

December 22, 2019 - Fr. Bob muses on what Joseph might have been thinking, when he heard that Mary was pregnant. Joseph realizes that God's plan is much better than theirs.

4th Sunday in Advent

December 8, 2019 - The Advent Greeting includes four admonishments, as we await the coming of the Christ-child: 1. Stay awake! 2. Prepare! 3. Rejoice! 4. Don't be afraid! God is already here.

2nd Sunday in Advent- Early Holiday Litergy

November 24, 2019 - Christ's power enables our salvation through His death on the cross. He died to save us; we have only to ask forgiveness for our sins.

Feast of Christ the King

November 17, 2019 - The world is torn by war and strife, human suffering everywhere. Are these the end times that will signify the Second Coming? Most of the apocalypse had already happend when it was prophesized in scriptures. Live each day in the knowledge tha God loves you and forgives your sins.

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

November 10, 2019 - Christ's victory over death makes Him the God of the living, thus there is no death in heaven and things such as marriage pass away in the redemption.

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

November 3, 2019 - Even your enemies were created by God, and he loves them, as we must. Christ set the example, by eating and living amonst the sinners.

31st Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 27, 2019 - It is often hard to be humble, yet that is the parable for today. Your gifts are part of the fabric that we live in; no more or less important than others.

30th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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