Not only my feet, but my hands and head as well,

HOLY THURSDAY: EVENING MASS OF THE LORD’S SUPPER   Not only my feet, but my hands and head as well.    It’s common knowledge that if you walk barefoot in public places, you risk picking up all sorts of nasty microorganisms:  E. coli, tetanus, and many...

Surely it is not I?

WEDNESDAY OF HOLY WEEK   Surely it is not I?   Judas’ betrayal looms large in the beginning of the story of Jesus’ passion and death.   In fact, the whole story is set in motion when Judas goes to the authorities and arranges to hand Jesus over. Then in...

Will you lay down your life for me?

TUESDAY OF HOLY WEEK   Will you lay down your life for me?   At some point, you may have watched a movie or television show that involved time travel, such as Back to the Future or Doctor Who.   The plot often includes a hero who knows what’s going to happen...

Here is my servant whom I uphold

MONDAY OF HOLY WEEK   Here is my servant whom I uphold   From early times, the Church saw Jesus as the embodiment of Isaiah’s suffering servant.   He is strong enough to establish justice but does not display his power in ways we might expect.   He doesn’t...

Subscribe To Father Maurice's Newsletter

Join our mailing list to receive the latest news, inspirational blogs, and updates from Father Maurice

You have Successfully Subscribed!