*Catholics only* The raising of Lazarus, the hope of eternal life and the grace of absolution

[Michie]

Sunday, March 18, I'd the fifth Sunday of Lent (Year B) but I will continue to use the optional readings from Year A. Mass readings: Ezekiel 37:12-14; Psalms 130:1-2,3-4,5-6,7-8; Romans 8:8-11;John 11:1-45.

This is the third and final "scrutiny" that the Church proposes for catechumens and candidates.

Continued below.
The Raising of Lazarus, the Hope of Eternal Life and the Grace of Absolution

 

[AvilaSurfer]

So Jesus and some of his buddies are playing poker. Bets go around the table. It’s up to Jesus. He says “Lazarus, I’ll raise you...”

 

[Michie]

Ha!! Wasn't expecting that!

 

[Stabat Mater dolorosa]

So Jesus and some of his buddies are playing poker. Bets go around the table. It’s up to Jesus. He says “Lazarus, I’ll raise you...”

Blasphemous, really suitable for lent...

 

[AvilaSurfer]

Blasphemous, really suitable for lent...

It’s Sunday. Technically not Lent.

 

[Michie]

The Sacred Page: The New Covenant: The Fifth Sunday of Lent

 

[Michie]

The Sacred Page: The New Covenant: The Fifth Sunday of Lent