Browsing the October 2026 archive of Pastor's Message
28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 2026
Posted by Christy .. on 10/05/26
My Dear People,
Both Readings today deal with a feast and a banquet. The Prophet Isaiah, as mentioned in the Sacred Scriptures, deals with a banquet on top of a mountain—a high point on earth, therefore closer to God. The Lord prepared a special feast for all the nations ... Read More »
27th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 2026
Posted by Christy .. on 10/05/26
My Dear People,
Today’s First Reading from Isaiah and the Gospel of Matthew deals with the vineyard. The vineyard represents the house of Israel. The basic meaning of the parable is clear: the chief priests and leaders of the people are the tenants who have failed in their responsibility ... Read More »
26th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 2026
Posted by Christy .. on 10/05/26
My Dear People,
From the book of Ezekiel, we learn the importance of repentance and a willingness to change our lives and make a firm resolution never to sin again. If an individual, who led a life of sin, repents; that is: “if he turns from the wickedness he ... Read More »
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 2026
Posted by Christy .. on 10/05/26
MMy Dear People,
In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus has several metaphors in regards to the kingdom of Heaven. Today is another example, whereby Jesus is describing what the Kingdom of Heaven is like. This parable brings another mystery of the kingdom of Heaven into focus. Interpreters differ about ... Read More »