SUNDAY HOMILIES

January 28, 2024

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Father Andrew Ricci,
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Verse by verse creative synthesis of each Sunday’s reading with insights of Catholic theologians and spiritual writers.

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Introduction

OPTION A

Teaching that is New

When priests or teachers speak to you about our faith as if they are reciting a lesson learned by heart, you will probably pay little attention. But when you feel personally addressed, if they speak from their own experience that shows that they deeply believe in what they say, you are eager to listen.

That is the way Jesus speaks to us today. He addresses each of us with the force of his own life behind his words. We open our ears and hearts to him.

Penitential Act
General Intercessions

SOURCE: Bible Claret Liturgy Alive

OPTION B

Confronting Evil

Throughout his ministry, Jesus responded to and addressed the needs around him. Today we hear of his early teaching and confronting evil with authority through an exorcism. We recognize his profound actions as miracles.

We, too, are called to respond to the needs around us with compassion. We rely on him for the support we need to address what we see, including dark and difficult issues. Doing that is a kind of miracle in itself.

Penitential Act
Prayer of the Faithful

SOURCE: National Catholic Reporter: Cycle B Sunday Resources feature series. View the full series.

UPDATED/ADAPTED FROM CELEBRATION 2018 NOTES

The word of God is intended to change us, to transform our minds and hearts and lives… Planners might gather (perhaps with lectors) to reflect and share with each other how the word of God has touched their lives and what impediments to deeper transformation remain.

Febrary 2, 2024, is the feast of the Presentation of the Lord which comes 40 days after Christmas, because Jewish law required the presentation of a firstborn son on that day. The feast is also called Candlemas Day because candles are blessed and used in the opening procession. That, in turn, stems from Simeon’s words calling Jesus a light to the Gentiles and glory for Israel. An evening Mass might encourage more parishioners to celebrate this feast. In any case, study the Missal’s directives and celebrate as fully as possible.

February 3, 2024, is the optional memorial of St. Blaise.The blessing of throats associated with the memorial of St. Blaise is appropriate on Saturday, but not properly at any anticipated Sunday Masses. The blessing is linked to the memorial. Invite those who desire the blessing to gather to celebrate St. Blaise, either at a morning Mass or at a Liturgy of the Word. See Chapter 51 in the Book of Blessings for the format for such services.

SOURCE: NCR: Cycle B series.

Featured Resources

Australian Catholics

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4th Sunday of Year B

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Fourth Sunday of Year B. Fr Richard Finn, O.P. finds great contemporary relevance in the way Christ’s ministry begins. The encounter with the man with an unclean spirit exposes evil and the need for confrontation with it. Jesus calmly and authoritatively exorcises the evil, offering hope and the opportunity for cleansing and growth.

ST PAUL CENTER FOR BIBLICAL THEOLOGY – Each week Scott Hahn gives a short reflection on the Sunday Readings. Go deeper in the Word of the Lord video series, a weekly conversation between John Bergsma and Scott Hahn.

THE WORD THIS WEEK brings you engaging videos and other content that are tailored to enhance your understanding of the Sunday readings. The creators of these resources are independent and not affiliated with this website.