"Then a cloud came, casting a shadow over them; from the cloud came a voice, ‘This is my beloved Son. Listen to him'" (Mark 9:7). This verse, read during the Second Sunday of Lent, is from the Gospel ...

Last week, we watched the very human Jesus in conflict with the powers of evil. This week, we see his glory as Son of God. In both cases, Jesus exhibits the epitome of what humanity is created to be.

Sunday, March 16, is the Second Sunday of Lent. Mass readings: Genesis 15:5-12, 17-18; Psalm 27:1, 7-8, 8-9, 13-14; Philippians 3:17-4:1 or Philippians 3:20-4:1; Luke 9:28b-36. The event of the ...

Why do so many Catholics “give things up” for Lent? Take a moment to reflect upon the goals that you might have set for yourself 12 days ago on Ash Wednesday. Maybe you decided to give something up to ...

Sunday, Feb. 25, is the Second Sunday of Lent. Mass readings: Genesis 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18; Psalm 116:10, 15, 16-17, 18-19; Romans 8:31b-34; Mark 9:2-10. What is it that gives hope, peace and ...

The word “presence” should really be in the title of any book about biblical theology. Scripture is a historical and theological narrative about God’s presence among humanity. For example, last Sunday ...

The Church in the 21st Century Center is excited to share weekly reflections on Ash Wednesday and the following Sundays during Lent from members of the Boston College community.