Archive for December 2011

God’s Light of Hope this Christmas

Luke 1: 67-79 2 Sam 7:1-5,8-11,16 / Psa 89 …the daybreak from on high will visit us to shine on those who sit in darkness and death’s shadow, to guide our feet into the path of peace. (Luke 1:78-79) May this Christmas season bring us cheer As God provides for all our needs; And may [...]

The Birth of John the Baptist

Luke 1: 57-66 Mal 3:1-4,23-24 / Psa 25 “What then will this child be?” For the hand of the Lord was with him. (Luke 1:66) To proclaim the Savior Jesus Was the purpose of his existence; Like St. John let us give witness In our words and works of His presence. When the time came [...]

The Canticle of Mary

Luke 1: 46-56 1 Sm 1: 24-28 / 1 Sm 2:1, 4-8 My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! (Luke 1:46) My soul proclaims the Lord’s greatness, My lips exult with words of praise, He has shown me His great kindness, And led me to this life [...]

Why Abortion is so Wrong!

Luke 1:39-45 1Sm 1:24-28 / 1Sm 2 Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb. (Luke 1:42) For all abortions men performed All the angels in heaven mourn; May all – by God’s will be transformed – Rejoice for every baby born! Mary set out in haste and travelled to [...]

According to Our Faith

Luke 1:26-38 Isa 7:10-14 / Psa 24 Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. Let it be done to me according to your word. (Luke 1:38) As Mary had set the example In serving God with total trust, If faith be our guiding principle Then God will surely be with us. In the sixth [...]

In God’s Good Time

Luke 1: 5-25 Jgs 13:2-7,24-25a / Ps 71 So has the Lord done for me at a time He has seen fit… (Luke 1:25) God’s kindness we must never doubt, He answers prayers in His time. Have faith that it will all work out; He only has our best in mind. In the time of [...]