“Luminous” Thursdays remind us of the joy of the grace of living a sacramental life. Jesus submitted Himself to a baptism in part to be identified as the Son of God and in doing so, demonstrating for us His presence in our own baptism. Similarly, we pray upon and celebrate the institution of the […]

Jesus lovingly blesses the waters of the Jordan River with His humble Divinity on this “Luminous” Thursday. We pray and contemplate the many ways in which we engage our Savior. Lord, may my prayers be unceasing and may I finally submit my life to You to be immersed in the living and cleansing waters […]

“Then Jesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan to be baptized … .” Matt. 3: 13. On this “Luminous” Thursday, I pray to also be equipped with the power of the Holy Spirit to accomplish our Father’s plan. Lord, may Your holiness cleanse me of my sinfulness as I […]

Pray with the spirit of humility, Jesus teaches us this “Luminous” Thursday. The son of God submits himself to a baptism in the River Jordan and in doing so, shows us that genuine Christ-like humility is ultimately recognized and pleases our Heavenly Father. Lord, deepen my conversion and show me the way […]