Posted by Carol Johnson on 1/24/26
Capernaum, an ancient city on the northwestern shore of the Sea of Galilee, served as a vital first-century hub for administration, military, and trade. Situated along the major caravan route between Mesopotamia and Egypt, its cosmopolitan atmosphere fostered a culture of open-mindedness among the Galilean people. In contrast, the ... Read More »
Posted by Carol Johnson on 1/20/26
Today’s Gospel unfolds in the moments following the Baptism of the Lord. St. John recounts the powerful testimony of John the Baptist, who witnessed the Holy Spirit descend upon the Lord. This was the definitive sign John had been awaiting—the divine confirmation that revealed the identity of the Messiah.
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Posted by Carol Johnson on 1/01/26
When Our Lady of Guadalupe first appeared to Juan Diego, she introduced herself with a profound declaration: "Juanito, the humblest of my children, know and understand that I am the ever-virgin Mary, Mother of the true God through whom all things live." As the first apparition formally sanctioned by ... Read More »