The Word on the Word

the word on The Word – The Epiphany of the Lord, Year B Matthew 2:1-2 "Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, saying, 'Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we have seen his star in the East, and have come to worship him.'" What’s the first thing you think of when you hear about the Epiphany of Jesus? Veronica and Melissa consider how the Magi’s visit impacted Christianity. For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2024-01-07

the word on The Word – Feast of the Holy Family, Year B Luke 2:22 "And when the time came for their purification according to the law of Moses, they brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord." Can you be purified if you’re already pure? Or redeemed if you’re the redeemer? Melissa and Veronica clarify why the Holy Family went to the Temple in this week’s episode. For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2023-12-31

the word on The Word – Fourth Sunday of Advent, Year B Luke 1:30 "And the angel said to her, 'Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.'" Do you ever ask why things happen? Veronica and Melissa reflect on Mary’s question to the Angel Gabriel during the Annunciation. For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2023-12-24

the word on The Word – Third Sunday of Advent, Year B Luke 1:46-47 "And Mary said, 'My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior.'" Are you ready to rejoice at Christmas? Melissa and Veronica look into a well-known psalm of praise from the Mother of God. For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2023-12-17

the word on The Word – Second Sunday of Advent, Year B 2 Peter 3:8 “But do not ignore this one fact, beloved, that with the Lord one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.” Do you have too much time in your day or not enough? Veronica and Melissa dive into the topic of time. For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2023-12-10

the word on The Word – First Sunday of Advent, Year B Isaiah 63:17 “Return for the sake of thy servants, the tribes of thy heritage.” Do you find it difficult to believe that God loves each of us in the midst of our brokenness? Melissa and Veronica dive into Sunday’s sorrowful first reading to find moments of trust and hope. For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2023-12-03

the word on The Word – Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe Matthew 25:32 “Before him will be gathered all the nations, and he will separate them one from another as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats.” This weekend, we’re talking about animals! Or are we…? Veronica and Melissa highlight the distinction between sheep and goats mentioned in this Sunday’s Gospel. For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2023-11-26

the word on The Word – Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Matthew 25:3-4 “For when the foolish took their lamps, they took no oil with them; but the wise took flasks of oil with their lamps.” Are you a person who tries to prepare for everything? Veronica and Melissa connect The Parable of the Ten Virgins to being prepared for Jesus’ return. For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2023-11-12

the word on The Word – Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time 1 Thessalonians 2:13 “And we also thank God constantly for this, that when you received the word of God which you heard from us, you accepted it not as the word of men but as what it really is, the word of God, which is at work in you believers.” Do you have a favorite memory about learning your faith? Veronica asks Melissa the same question, and Melissa shares one of her favorite memories. For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2023-11-05

the word on The Word – Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time Matthew 22:37 “And he said to him, ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind.’” Do you worry about loving God enough? Veronica does! Melissa walks Veronica through what it means to love God and how to grow in that love. For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2023-10-29

Psalms 96:7 “Ascribe to the LORD, O families of the peoples, ascribe to the LORD glory and strength!” Do you arrive at church early or just before Mass begins? Melissa illustrates to Veronica the importance of preparing for Mass and not rushing. For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2023-10-22

the word on The Word – Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time Matthew 22:2 “The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who gave a marriage feast for his son” Are you ready for the Lord’s heavenly banquet? Veronica and Melissa decipher the parable of the wedding feast in this week’s episode. For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2023-10-15

Philippians 4:6 “Have no anxiety about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.” Do you tell God about everything, both the good and the bad? Melissa and Veronica invite you to reflect on your relationship with God using this Sunday’s second reading. For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2023-10-08

The word on The Word – Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Philippians 2:3 “Do nothing from selfishness or conceit, but in humility count others better than yourselves.” What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word “humble”? Veronica and Melissa discuss two people who exemplified humility (Hint: one is divine and the other is a great saint). Link for the challenge: ncregister.com/blog/mother-teresas-15-tips-to-help-you-become-more-humble For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2023-10-01

The Word on The Word – Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Sirach 28:2 “Forgive your neighbor the wrong he has done, and then your sins will be pardoned when you pray.” Anger and forgiveness seem to be on opposite sides of the spectrum, but what if they are closer than you think? Veronica and Melissa find the connection and show why asking for forgiveness is so important. For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2023-09-17