Feast of the Most Holy Name of Jesus
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January 3, 2020FEAST DAY OF THE MOST HOLY NAME OF JESUS
"The name of Jesus is a name of gladness, a name of hope and a name of love. A name of gladness, because if the remembrance of past transgressions afflicts us, this name comforts us, reminding us that the Son of God became man for this purpose, to make himself our Saviour. A name of hope, because he that prays to the Eternal Father in the name of Jesus may hope for every grace he asks for: If you ask the Father anything in My name, He will give it you. A name of love. For the name of Jesus brings to our remembrance all the sufferings which Jesus has endured for us in his life and at his death.” — Excerpted from St. Alphonsus Liguori, The Incarnation Birth and Infancy of Jesus Christ
It’s a shame that the lovable name of Jesus, so powerful and salvific, is so often invoked in vain or in blasphemy. To more greatly honour the name of Jesus, ensure that you and your family avoid making this mistake yourselves, and, whenever you hear the name of Jesus said in vain or blasphemed, make up for the sacrilege by praising the name of Jesus either in your heart, or even better, out loud. Jesus is the King of Kings, and this small act of love for His Name will not go unrewarded by him.
To honour the patron name of Holy Name of Jesus Church, refreshments will be served after Masses this weekend.
