Advent 3 (Year A)Matthew 11:2-11 Context: John the Baptist is in prison and hears about Jesus. Jesus is on his way to preach to the cities. Location: Jesus is on his way to preach to the cities (11:1) Characters: John The Baptist, John’s Disciples, Jesus, The Crowds Notes: 11:2- John was put in prison by Herod Antipas. It’s not surprising that John would have gotten wind of Jesus since they were in the same “business.” John, as Read More …
Advent 2 (Year A)Matthew 3:1-12 Context: This scripture passage is set just after the birth narrative of Jesus. The Holy Family flees Bethlehem and then returns to Nazareth. A completely new section begins in today’s Gospel with John the Baptists in (3:1) and the Baptism of Jesus (3:13). Location: The Wilderness / Jordan River Characters: John The Baptist, People of Jerusalem, Pharisees, Sadducees, Jesus Notes: 3:1- The importance John the Baptist’s appearing is made explicitly known in Read More …
Advent 1 (Year A) Matthew 24:36-44 Context: Jesus is in Jerusalem after the triumphal entry, cleansing of the temple, cursing of the fig tree, and encountering religious leaders. Jesus is asked a question by the disciples in verse 24:3. This reading picks up mid-answer which began in verse 24:4. Location: Mount of Olives (Matt 24:3) Characters: Jesus is speaking. Disciples are listening. Notes: 24:36- “That day and hour” no one knows about is the second coming of Jesus (earlier Read More …