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Jaime L. Waters teaches at the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry. She is an associate professor of Old Testament.
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Lent gives us an opportunity to work against temptations.
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By fostering societies in which people support one another, we emulate God, who cares for all of us.
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Matthew depicts Jesus ascending a mountain, like Moses, to interpret Jewish laws.
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Although the Holy Family is central to this feast of the Presentation, Simeon and Anna play vital roles.
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Today’s readings describe moments of destruction, uncertainty and discord.
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Who is Jesus? On this celebration of Jesus’ baptism, the Gospel of Matthew provides a clear answer: Jesus is the Son of God.
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Today’s readings provoke us to self-reflection and action.
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Merry Christmas! Today we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.
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The magi can represent the openness and universality of the Gospel.
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We are called to treat one another like family, with dignity and respect.