On the Second Sunday of Lent, we always hear an account of the Transfiguration because we always need to be reminded of the glory Jesus left behind, and the humility Jesus demonstrated, when he took on human flesh to save us. Paul reminds us that we are all called to bear our share of suffering for the gospel, and Genesis tells us that just as Abram left the comfort of his own home and country to obey God, we too must at times become uncomfortable in order to do God’s will. It is still early in our Lenten journey, but chances are we’ve already experienced some type of setback. It’s not too late, however, to rededicate ourselves to the disciplines of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. So, here’s to being uncomfortable!  

This week's readings:
Gospel – Matthew 17: 1-9
1st Reading – Genesis 12: 1-4a
Psalm 33
2nd Reading – 2 Timothy 1: 8b-10