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Acts 5:27-32, 40b-41 tells us that when the Sanhedrin criticized the apostles for telling people about Jesus after being told not to do this, their response was that they didn’t answer to the Sanhedrin, but to God. We, too, may be faced with authority figures who [...]
Jesus said to him, “Have you come to believe because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and have believed.” This comes from John 20:19-31, the story of the one sometimes known as doubting Thomas. He would not believe that the other [...]
From our Presiding Bishop, Mark Elliott Newman: The Catholic Apostolic Church of Antioch joins the millions around the world in mourning the death of Pope Francis. His life and ministry exemplified the values Jesus taught and called us to live in our lives. His concern for [...]
Easter, 2025 Christ is Risen! He has truly Risen! Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Peace be with you this Easter season! As we gather in spirit to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth, the Eternal Christ, I wish to extend my heartfelt blessings [...]
Yesterday was Palm Sunday, a day when the worship service in many churches begins with the Litany of the Palms and then moves on to the reading of the Passion of Christ. We join those early Christians in their excitement of watching their Messiah come into [...]
In John 8:7b, from the reading from John (11:1-11), we are told that Jesus said, "...Let the one among you who has never sinned throw the first stone." This is something to remember when we start judging or condemning another, or when we hear others do [...]
The words of Exodus 3:12a tell us that God will be with us even as we face difficult situations. Those of Psalm 103:11a remind us of God’s immense love. And in the story about the barren fig tree, Luke 13:6-9, we see the difference between judgment [...]
CCOA is pleased to announce today's ordination to the episcopate of CCOA's monsignor Anthony Carrillo and Clyde Kuemmerle, of the Oratory of Common Life. Please see the photos tab for more information.
The gospel reading for yesterday was Mark 10:35-45, and in 10:43b-44, Jesus tells us that the great are those who serve. We are all called to serve God and others. Some are called to serve as ordained clergy and others as laity, yet ALL are called [...]
In 1 Samuel 3:3-b-10, 19, we learn of Samuel’s call from God and Samuel’s willingness to listen. In Psalm 8-9, we read of the psalmist’s commitment to God: Here I am Lord; I come to do your will.” Are we willing to listen? Do we hear [...]