Today is March 17 and people naturally remember St. Patrick.  Fr. MD takes the opportunity to share briefly on the life of St. Patrick and how his life is related to the Transfiguration as narrated in the Gospel today.  Based on the readings of Genesis 15: 5-18; Philippians 3: 17 – 4:1; & Luke 9: 28-36

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Today we read in the gospel about Jesus battling different kinds of temptations. Likewise, all of us experience the struggle against temptation.  This vlog shares some of Fr. MD’s thoughts on the subject.   Based on the readings of Deuteronomy 26: 4-10; Romans 10: 8-13; & Luke 4: 1-13.

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In this vlog, Fr. MD focuses on one line found in the 1st reading for today: “So do one’s faults when one speaks.”   Reflecting on this line can be a good preparation for Lent which begins next Wednesday.  Enjoy.  Based on the readings of Sirach 27: 4-7; 1 Corinthians 15: 54-58; & Luke 6: 39-45

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What are the best ways to respond to evil?  The gospel gives us the answer and this vlog will discuss more.  Based on the readings of 1 Samuel 26: 2-23; 1 Corinthians 15: 45-49; & Luke 6: 27-38.

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Do teachers have favorite students?  Although they try not to show it, they probably do.  Now, does God have favorites?  Let’s watch the vlog to find out!  Based on the readings of Jeremiah 17: 5-8; 1 Corinthians 15: 12-20; &  Luke 6: 17-26.

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