Cycle C

In the readings for these weeks leading up to Lent, we see Jesus lay out his mission, announcing good news for the poor, and liberty to captives. He invites us to be part of that mission, to spread his message of love and reconciliation.  In Laudato Si’, Pope Francis sees a link between how we treat the natural world and how we treat one another, especially the most vulnerable of God’s children. May we heed the call of Jesus to build just relationships with all of our brothers and sisters and with all of God’s creation. 

Lent is a season of conversion and repentance. The Sunday scriptures for Lent in Cycle C contain reference to "the land" God promises Abraham and his descendants, to nature, and to its elements. In Laudato Si' Pope Francis makes clear that we need a change of heart and mind to create a world where exploitation does not inflict harm on our neighbor or the land we have been given to live together upon.

During Advent we heighten our sense as we await with anticipation news of what God is about to do. Christmas is the time of fulfillment that all of Creation looks forward to...