April 2020 archive of A message from Father Mark
April 26, 2020
Posted by Jamie Sandona on 4/28/20
THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER C
One thing that intrigues me about today’s gospel reading is that Jesus appears on that first Easter Sunday to a couple of second – or third – string players. These two might be just a couple of those on again off again followers. Heck, ... Read More »
Divine Mercy Sunday Homily
Posted by Jamie Sandona on 4/20/20
SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER C
Divine Mercy Sunday
This past week, as I read over this Sunday’s gospel reading, I was reminded that the first Easter did not take place in a crowded church, filled with singing and flowers. As a matter of fact, on that first Easter Sunday, ... Read More »
Easter Sunday Homily
Posted by Jamie Sandona on 4/14/20
EASTER C
This year, we celebrate Easter very differently than we have in the past, as we participate in the liturgy online and eat alone or only with those we share a house with. Some will be going to work on Easter, providing essential services as they fear contagion ... Read More »
Easter Meal Blessing
Posted by Jamie Sandona on 4/09/20
HOME BLESSING FOR EASTER MEAL
+ In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Leader:
From the Gospel of Luke
The two disciples urged Jesus, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening and the day is almost over.” So ... Read More »
Homily April 5, 2020 Palm Sunday
Posted by Jamie Sandona on 4/06/20
Homily PALM SUNDAY C Crowds waving palms; shouting hosanna and blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Jesus’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem! Palm Sunday! As parades go, it was probably no match for the Rose Bowl Parade – it might have looked more like a ... Read More »