Commentary on Matthew 24:36-44
When Advent wreaths are given nice, little weekly themes, they [...]
Gospel
Commentary on Matthew 24:36-44
The Gospel readings for the four Sundays in Advent, Year [...]
Commentary on Matthew 3:1-12
Following the genealogy (1:1-17) and a relatively long birth and infancy narrative (1:18-2:23), Matthew jumps [...]
Commentary on Matthew 11:2-11
In the Gospel for the previous Sunday (Matthew 3:1-12), we heard the stirring words of [...]
Commentary on Matthew 1:18-25
Strictly speaking, the Fourth Sunday of Advent is the last Sunday in the season of [...]
Commentary on Matthew 1:18-25
Coming so close to Christmas Eve, the reading for this Sunday prompts thoughts of the [...]
Commentary on Luke 2:1-14 [15-20]
Jesus is born among animals. Donkeys and cows witness the [...]
Commentary on Luke 2:1-14 [15-20]
This text should carry a warning statement for those of [...]
Commentary on Luke 2:1-14 [15-20]
Ask any parent or grandparent about the birth of a [...]
Commentary on Matthew 4:12-23
This rich passage comprises four subscenes as the Gospel positions Jesus in Galilee (Matthew 4:12-16) [...]
