Dear John,

In today’s Gospel reading, we hear about the Transfiguration of the Lord. On Mount Tabor, Jesus revealed His glory to Peter, James, and John. The great figures from the Old Testament, Moses and Elijah, also appeared at the Transfiguration, with Moses representing the Law and Elijah representing the Prophets.

In the Old Testament, we see that both Moses and Elijah wanted to see God’s face but could not (Exodus 33:18-23 and 1 Kings 19:13). At the Transfiguration, they were both able to finally behold the unveiled face of God. What they had longed for, they could, at last, see because God Himself had become incarnate in Jesus Christ.

The Transfiguration reminds us to seek the face of the Lord. He continues to reveal Himself to us through Scripture and Tradition, and every time we attend Holy Mass or Adoration, He is there, present with us, waiting and longing for us to be with Him in our minds and in our hearts.

Also, with the Transfiguration, Divine power has entered human history. There is now a power at work in the world that is able to sanctify and transfigure us.

Today, will I allow the Lord to make me more like Himself by lifting up my mind and heart to Him in prayer, love, and trust?

Here are today’s Mass readings:

First reading: Genesis 15:5-12, 17-18

Psalm: 27:1, 7-9, 13-14

Second reading: Philippians 3:17-4:1 or 3:20-4:1

Gospel: St. Luke 9:28-36

Here are a couple of EWTN programs that will bring you closer to Our Lord:

SAVORING OUR FAITH: ST. PATRICK’S DAY
Fr. Leo Patalinghug samples the cuisine of the Emerald Isle as he provides insight into this influential saint.

March 13, 4:30 PM; March 17, 10:30 AM (30 mins.)

ST. JOSEPH: OUR SPIRITUAL FATHER
A powerful patron of the Universal Church, St. Joseph’s spiritual fatherhood remains open to all. Witness firsthand testimonials of those touched by one of the most incredible men in all of human history.

March 19, 10:00 AM (60 mins.)

I pray that you allow the Lord to transform you this Lent.

In Christ,

Father Joseph

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