Author Archives: Romo Valentinus Bayuhadi Ruseno OP

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time [A] September 10, 2023 Matthew To correct our brothers and sisters who are not living according to the Laws of God is an act of mercy and love. In Catholic tradition, fraternal correction is essential … Continue reading →

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time September 3, 2023 Roman 12:1-2 Matthew 16:21-27 Any true worship in the Bible comes in the form of offering sacrifice. What is a sacrifice? Sacrifice takes place when we offer something precious to God, and in … Continue reading →

21st Sunday in Ordinary Time [A]
August 27, 2023
Matthew 16:13-20

The Catholic Church is known for her distinctive features and teachings, like belief in the Holy Trinity, the real presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist, the Bible as the written Word of God, and the veneration of the Blessed Virgin Mary and other saints. Yet, one feature stands out because it is not only teachings, things, or rites but a living person. This is the Pope. Most of the earth’s population arguably recognizes modern-day popes, like St. John Paul II, Benedict XVI, and Francis. What are the roles of the pope? Why is the pope central to the Catholic Church?

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20th Sunday in Ordinary Time [A]
August 20, 2023
Matthew 15:21-28

Today’s gospel is genuinely puzzling. How could Jesus act so harshly toward a woman in distress? Why did Jesus have to call her ’a dog’? Where was Jesus’ compassion and mercy?

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