Browsing the March 2024 archive of Thoughts from Fr. Bob
Easter - March 31, 2024
Posted by Fr Bob Betz on 3/25/24
Today we gather in joy to celebrate the holiest and most wonderful of days, Easter. Jesus, who sacrificed his life on behalf of us all, has been raised from the dead. Alleluia! This is the day that gives meaning to Jesus’ suffering and death, and in turn to our ... Read More »
Palm Sunday - March 24, 2024
Posted by Fr Bob Betz on 3/19/24
We begin our celebration of Holy Week by calling down God’s blessing upon the symbol that today’s feast is named for, the palms that were used to welcome our Lord to Jerusalem. “Hosanna!” the crowds cried out, praising the Son of Man as he rode into the holy city. ... Read More »
Lent 5 - March 17, 2024
Posted by Fr Bob Betz on 3/12/24
It’s hard to believe that Holy Week is just around the corner, and so we hear Jesus in the Gospel talk about his fast approaching death. Yet his message to his disciples is not so much about his death as it is about eternal life.
In our first reading ... Read More »
Lent 4 - March 10, 2024
Posted by Fr Bob Betz on 3/12/24
It’s hard to believe that Lent is half over. This Sunday is called Laetare (Rejoice) Sunday. In joy we anticipate the unparalleled love, mercy, and peace that the risen Lord gives to us at Easter. God’s unconditional love for the world was so great that He sends Jesus, His ... Read More »