2026 All Rights Reserved. http://www.stroseanthem.com/images/stroselogo-white.png Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:59:47 -0700 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:59:47 -0700 The first reading narrates Israel's experience during their exodus from Egypt. While they were on their journey, they complained of a lack of water and food and blamed Moses, reminiscing about their better days in Egypt. This scene parallels the encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman in the Gospel of John. She comes to draw water at the well, but her physical thirst symbolizes a deeper spiritual thirst. Like Israel, she has searched for satisfaction in places that ultimately leave her empty. Jesus reveals that He alone can give "living water" that becomes a spring within, welling up to eternal life.

]]> Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0700 The Transfiguration of Jesus is both a revelation and a reassurance. On the high mountain - traditionally identified as Mount Tabor - Jesus Christ revealed His divine glory to Peter, James, and John. This moment came immediately after Jesus foretold His Passion. The disciples were confused and afraid. The Transfiguration was heaven's reassurance: the suffering to come was not defeat but fulfillment.

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