Articles tagged Palm Sunday

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RECLAIM Holy Week: Return to the Cross | Mother Miriam

Mother Miriam calls Catholics to reclaim the depth, reverence, and sacred tradition of the Church’s most solemn days. Reflecting on Palm Sunday and the intensity of Passiontide, she draws from Dom Guéranger’s The Liturgical Year to reveal the profound sorrow and beauty leading up to the Triduum. She critiques the liturgical minimalism and poor catechesis that have weakened the Church’s witness, especially during Holy Week. From the veiling of images to public penance and the necessity of confession, Mother calls the faithful to restore what has been lost — and live these days in full communion with Christ’s Passion. She […]
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How Holy Week changed the world | Bishop Strickland

Dive into the heart of Holy Week with a moving, day-by-day reflection by Bishop Joseph Strickland on the final days of Jesus’ life. From Palm Sunday’s unexpected triumph to the silence of Holy Saturday and the joy of Easter Sunday, each moment is filled with spiritual meaning. Meditate on Jesus clearing the temple, confronting betrayal, washing His disciples’ feet, and embracing the cross — not as a passive observer but as a participant in the story of redemption. With Scripture, tradition, and practical insight, this journey helps you prepare your heart, deepen your repentance, and live the gospel through the […]
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Hidden truth of Palm Sunday – A sorrowful celebration | Bishop Strickland

Palm Sunday is more than a joyful procession — it’s a profound paradox. As Jesus rides into Jerusalem hailed as a king, the donkey He chooses tells a different story — one of peace, humility, and sacrifice. This reflection uncovers the dual nature of Palm Sunday, where the crowd’s adoration masks the coming betrayal and suffering of Christ. Bishop Joseph Strickland explores why this event captures the volatility of human opinion, the inevitability of the cross, and how God’s consistent plan unfolds through unexpected paths. As we celebrate, we also remember that true kingship is found not in glory but […]
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