Daily Archives: May 9, 2009

Faith Lessons: Bethlehem, Shepherd's Field

by Daniel McCabe Birth Announcement to the Shepherds Luke 2:10, “Then the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people.’” Sheep frighten rather easily; that’s why they need shepherds. A rabbit, a snake, any wild animal or even a…

Faith Lessons: Baptism of Jesus

by Daniel McCabe Matthew 3:15, “Permit it to be so now, for thus it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness.” He closed the door of the family carpentry shop one last time—its floor covered with sawdust and rich with memories of time spent with his dad, Joseph. Remember, Jesus, measure twice, cut once.…