Posts by Fr. Christian Amah
Why Was Mary Magdalene Weeping at the Tomb of Christ?
In the gospel accounts, we read Mary Magdalene grieving at Jesus’ tomb in the early hours of the Resurrection morning. Her tears were not a lament for Jesus’ death; she had already come to terms with that reality. Instead, Mary wept because she found the tomb empty—Jesus’ body was no longer there. What could this…
Read MoreThe “living” (Livelihood) of the Father
I noticed a word used in the parable of the prodigal son that I should have paid more attention to. Many Bible translations say the prodigal son’s Father divided his “property” among his sons. The word translated as property is “βίον” from the word “βίος” (life, living). This word, “living” as used in this parable…
Read MoreThe Fourth Joyful Mystery—The Presentation. And Your Presentation!
In commemorating this annual feast of the presentation of the Lord in the temple, let us delve into the profound significance of presenting oneself before the Lord. The contemplation on the importance of Jesus being brought to the temple transcends mere adherence to religious duties. The events unfolding during Jesus’s presentation – exemplified by Simon’s…
Read MoreWhat Do You Say About Yourself?
One of the easiest habits to pick up is talking about other people. Often, we find ourselves just doing it without premeditation. While discussing other people might be an escape, and an easy way to feel better about oneself, it yields no result. If we spend as much time reflecting on who we are, we…
Read MoreResponding to the Call to be Alert
Today is the last day in the Church’s calendar. Looking at the Scripture readings and how they are arranged, we might say that today (the last day of the year according to the church’s calendar) is like the last day, hence the call to “beware” so as not to be taken unaware. What if today…
Read MoreALL SOULS: Praying for the Faithful Departed
Yesterday, we came together to celebrate the Saints, those remarkable individuals who have passed on and now bask in the glory of God’s presence. In our communion with the Saints, we seek their intercession through prayer. The assistance of the Saints, through their prayers, is invaluable. If earthly help has its place in our lives,…
Read MoreDo Not Despise the Little Ones
As we celebrate the Feast of the Guardian Angels, we are reminded of the precious gift that is the guardian angels sent by God to watch over us. In today’s gospel, we encounter a profound statement: “See that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that their angels…
Read MoreThe Parable of the Talents
Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on several occasions, used parables to illustrate the teachings of the Kingdom of God, shedding light on spiritual realities and their underlying principles. In today’s Gospel, Jesus presents the parable of the talents, where three individuals are entrusted with talents by their masters. These talents were not only monetary…
Read MoreThe Face and Veil of Moses
The thirty-fourth chapter of the book of Exodus tells the story of Moses meeting with God on the mountain. By this time, Moses had met with God a few times for various reasons at the bidding of the Lord. Something remarkable happened after Moses met with the Lord. The Scripture states that Moses’ face was…
Read MoreTo Speak for God
The Blessing and Reward of a Prophet. In today’s gospel, we read about rewards that await acts of generosity. Beyond being rewarded for a good deed, there seems to be a particular of blessing and reward bestowed on those who bless and or attend to the needs of a prophet. Who is a prophet? A…
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