Father Fernando's Reflection

Father Fernando's Reflection

Holy Mary, Mother of God. / Santa María, Madre de Dios. (January 1, 2023)

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 1/05/23

Holy Mary, Mother of God.On this eighth day, or Octave of Christmas, we reflect on Mary as we celebrate the solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God. This title, rooted in Scripture, was first proclaimed by Mary’s cousin Elizabeth, when she greeted Mary as the “Mother of My ... Read More »

Born in Bethlehem and also in my heart. / Nacio en Belen y tambien en mi corazon (December 25, 2022)

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 1/05/23

Born in Bethlehem and also in my heart.The prophet Isaiah announced, several centuries in advance, the birth of a child, which would be cause for rejoicing. That announced child is Jesus and He was born in Bethlehem, bringing light, hope, and joy into the world. His light is still ... Read More »

O Come Emmanuel, May We be Ready / Oh Ven Emmanuel, Que Estemos Preparados (December 18, 2022)

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 1/05/23

O Come Emmanuel, May We Be Ready.The birthday of the Lord is at hand. Throughout the weeks of Advent, we have be focusing on being vigilant, rekindling God’s spirit within us, and seeking to recognize Jesus in those around us and in ourselves. Now we must finish our preparations ... Read More »

O Come Emmanuel, May We Recognize You / Oh Ven Emmanuel, Que te Reconozcamos (December 11, 2022)

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 1/05/23

O Come Emmanuel, May We Recognize You.Today’s gospel begins with John the Baptist sending his disciples to Jesus. They are supposed to ask Jesus if He is the Messiah. Isn’t that a little bit odd? John already knew the answer. Why did he send them to ask Jesus?

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O Come Emmanuel, may we rekindle your spirit. / Oh Ven Emmanuel, que podamos reavivar tu espíritu (December 4, 2022)

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 12/02/22

O Come Emmanuel, May We Rekindle Your Spirit.In today’s gospel, John the Baptist admonishes the Pharisees and Sadducees (the learned men of the day). He basically tells them that saying you are a believer is not the same as living as a believer. Advent is a good time for ... Read More »

O Come Emmanuel, may we be vigilant. / Oh Ven Emmanuel, que estemos alerta. (November 27, 2022)

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 12/02/22

O Come Emmanuel, may we be vigilant.The people of the Old Testament waited longingly for the coming of the Lord. The prophets urged them to “make straight” the paths of their lives. By overcoming distractions and temptations and staying focused on living their faith, the people would be ready ... Read More »

Jesus offers us His kingdom. / Jesús nos ofrece su reino. (November 20, 2022)

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 12/02/22

Jesus Offers us His Kingdom.Today we celebrate the solemnity of Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. Through this solemnity we are reminded that the source and hope for our salvation resides in Jesus, our King and Savior, not in our little fiefdoms here on Earth. Jesus offers His kingdom ... Read More »

Do not life in fear. / No debemos vivir con miedo. (November 13, 2022)

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 12/02/22

Do not live in fear.We sometimes worry too much about the future. This is especially true in our modern age of near-instant communication. Hostage situation in Russia? We know it within minutes. Terrorist kidnapping in the Middle East? We get play-by-play updates. Every time we turn on the news ... Read More »

Heaven Has No Limits / El Cielo no tiene limites (November 6, 2022)

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 11/02/22

Heaven has no limits.The Sadducees of old were very learned men. Yet they schemed and plotted elaborately to trap Jesus on points of Jewish law. Look at today’s gospel. The Sadducees invent an intricate scenario of a woman who outlives her seven husbands. They want to know which man ... Read More »

Are We on the Right Path? / ¿Estamos en el Camino Correcto? (October 30, 2022)

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 11/02/22

Are We on the Right Path?We are all children of God and followers of Jesus. Yet sometimes, our actions are less than Christian. Whether at work, school, or in the community, there are times when we compromise our Christian beliefs. We may have an employer who harasses a co-worker, ... Read More »

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