"Let the love of the world take the second place, and let the love of God dwell in you. Let the better love take over." ~St. Augustine
In the gospel reading for this Sunday , Jesus, visiting his hometown synagogue in Nazareth, selects and reads a prophecy from Isaiah followed by what is likely the shortest homily in history! He announces “a year acceptable to the Lord” which his listeners would recognize as a jubilee year - celebrated every 50 years by the Israelites during which slaves were released, debts were forgiven, and people were allowed to return home. Jesus is announcing the unconditional acceptance into the hospitality of God, with all burden of sin cancelled. This unconditional offer of forgiveness is the foundation of all that He will say and do throughout his ministry and will stretch well beyond a year, past His own life, through the ministry of the Church, till the end of time. As you prepare for Mass this weekend, spend some time reflecting on an area of sin that enslaves you and pray for release from that.
Catholic Schools Week kicks off this weekend as we welcome student guest speakers from St. Augustine School at the 4 PM, 9:30 AM, and 11:30 AM Masses. This annual nationwide celebration focuses on the value that Catholic education provides to young people and its contributions to Church, local communities, and the nation.
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