SHOW AND TELL - One Bread, One Body, 03/18/2026

Wednesday, March 18, 2026, St. Cyril of Jerusalem

Isaiah 49:8-15
Psalm 145:8-9, 13-14, 17-18
John 5:17-30

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SHOW AND TELL
"The Father loves the Son and everything the Father does He shows Him." —John 5:20

A home-schooling father once quoted the above Scripture verse in a talk to a group of fathers. He said that, as a father, he has tried to imitate God the Father by loving his sons and daughters and showing them everything he does, as much as possible.

God delivered King Hezekiah from terminal illness and granted him fifteen extra years of life (Is 38:5). Hezekiah seemed to understand God’s purpose for his extra years, saying: “Fathers declare to their sons, O God, Your faithfulness” (Is 38:19). Three years later, he fathered a son named Manasseh (see 2 Kgs 21:1). Hezekiah had twelve years left to live, but he put his energies into his projects. He proudly showed his political allies everything (see 2 Kgs 20:13, 15). Sadly, he didn’t show much or “declare God’s faithfulness” to his young son. Hezekiah died, and Manasseh took over the kingdom at age twelve (2 Kgs 21:1). This boy was king for fifty-five years, and was one of the most evil kings Israel ever had (2 Kgs 21:11, 16). By contrast, St. Joseph quietly spent His life loving his Foster-Son Jesus and showing Him everything he did. Jesus grew up to be the greatest “King of the Jews” (Jn 19:19), the King of kings (Rv 19:16).

“Fathers, do not anger your children” (Eph 6:4). It’s tempting for a father to take the easy way out and yell at his children. Instead, fathers are called to invest their lives patiently bringing their children “up with the training and instruction befitting the Lord” (Eph 6:4). Fathers are not to nag children, since they might lose heart (Col 3:21). A child wants his father to show him the ropes not just pawn him off on a “how-to” video.

Whatever the father does, the son does likewise (see Jn 5:19).

Prayer: Lord, turn the hearts of fathers to their children (Mal 3:24).

Promise: "The Lord comforts His people." —Is 49:13

Praise: St. Cyril of Jerusalem, a Doctor of the Church, successfully defended the doctrine of the divinity of Jesus.

(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)

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POST-BAPTISMAL - One Bread, One Body, 03/17/2026

Tuesday, March 17, 2026, St. Patrick

Ezekiel 47:1-9, 12
Psalm 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9
John 5:1-16

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POST-BAPTISMAL
"The man was immediately cured; he picked up his mat and began to walk." —John 5:9

At the pool of Bethesda, Jesus healed a man who had been sick for thirty-eight years (Jn 5:5). Although Jesus had dramatically changed this man’s life, the man did not know Who Jesus was (Jn 5:13) and had not as yet given up his sins (Jn 5:14).

At the baptismal font or pool where we were baptized, Jesus gave us a new nature. We became new creations (Gal 6:15) and were begotten from above (Jn 3:3, 5). Although Jesus has changed our lives, many baptized people do not know Jesus personally and have not given up their sins.

Just as Jesus sought out the man He had healed, so through His Church He seeks out each of us. He calls us to renew our baptismal promises by rejecting Satan, all his works, and all his empty promises, and by believing in God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit (see Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1254). On Easter, Jesus will say to all the baptized: “Give up your sins so that something worse may not overtake you” (Jn 5:14).

We do not know whether the man healed at the waters of Bethesda came to know Jesus and to repent of his sins. Will we who have been changed through the waters of Baptism know Jesus and repent?

Prayer: Father, may I live the radical newness of my Baptism.

Promise: "Along both banks of the river, fruit trees of every kind shall grow; their leaves shall not fade, nor their fruit fail. Every month they shall bear fresh fruit, for they shall be watered by the flow from the sanctuary." —Ez 47:12

Praise: St. Patrick prayed that when people would speak of him, they would be prompted to think of Christ.

(For a related teaching on Lent and the Renewal of Our Baptismal Promises, view, download or order our leaflet on our website.)

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BEGIN EASTER NOW - One Bread, One Body, 03/16/2026

Monday, March 16, 2026,

Isaiah 65:17-21
Psalm 30:2, 4-6, 11-13
John 4:43-54

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"There shall always be rejoicing and happiness in what I create." —Isaiah 65:18

We are about halfway through Lent and joyfully anticipating Easter. The Lord promises us a now-Easter, not only a past memory or future hope but a present joy. Jesus promises: “Lo, I am about to create new heavens and a new earth; the things of the past shall not be remembered or come to mind. Instead, there shall always be rejoicing and happiness in what I create” (Is 65:17-18). This Easter, we will taste more deeply of the risen life. We will rejoice in Jesus and He in us (Is 65:18-19).

Some of you reading this may not relate to the mounting joy of Lent and the anticipation of Easter. You may be hurting, broken, and struggling to survive. Jesus is calling you to trust in His words (see Jn 4:50), in His promises of risen joy.

The moment you trust in Jesus’ words will be the moment you enter more deeply into His risen life (see Jn 4:53). You may not notice any change at first, but you will be able to look back weeks or years from now and see that this moment of faith was the beginning of new life in the risen Christ. If we walk through this Lent by faith, we can walk in joyful anticipation, no matter what the circumstances (see 2 Cor 5:7). Therefore, believe, rejoice, and anticipate.

Prayer: Father, may we "be always free from sin and safe from all distress, as we await the blessed hope and the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ" (from the prayer after the "Our Father" in the Mass).

Promise: "He and his whole household thereupon became believers." —Jn 4:53

Praise: Mark showed his son Christ's love by loving him and loving his mother.

(For a related teaching on Accepting Jesus as Lord, Savior, and God, view, download or order our leaflet or listen to, download or order AV 43-1 or V 43 on our website.)

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Artist Canvas for Painting: 2026 Material Selection Parameters

What dictates the structural integrity of blank painting canvas?

Artist canvas for painting is a highly specialized woven textile substrate engineered specifically to hold pigment securely. As a materials scientist analyzing biaxial tensile strength, I categorize these surfaces by fiber composition. Cotton duck fabric offers an economical, short-staple weave. Belgian linen utilizes long bast fibers from the flax plant. Polyester provides a purely synthetic, climatically neutral polymer alternative. Laboratory aging simulations from 2025 prove that pure linen retains forty-two percent more structural rigidity over a half-century than standard cotton. The presence of natural lignin allows linen to resist severe hygroscopic expansion.

How do oil and acrylic mediums alter substrate preparation requirements?

Painters must match the fabric primer directly to their chosen chemical binder. Linseed oil binders generate an exothermic oxidation reaction. This reaction releases hexanoic acids that break the beta-glycosidic bonds in raw cellulose. Painters block this degradation by applying a Polyvinyl Acetate size directly to the raw cotton. Acrylic polymer emulsions do not rot natural fibers. Acrylics require mechanical tooth for proper adhesion. Manufacturers apply calcium carbonate and polymer emulsion mixtures, known as acrylic gesso, to create this porous grip. Proper gesso application also blocks Support Induced Discoloration caused by migrating water-soluble impurities.

Why does raw fabric weight determine tension dynamics?

Textile mills measure substrate density in ounces per square yard before applying any chemical ground. Heavyweight canvases measuring twelve ounces or higher provide the necessary rigidity for heavy impasto techniques. Tension tests demonstrate that twelve ounce fabric supports three pounds of applied modeling paste per square foot before demonstrating center-sag. Lightweight fabrics warp immediately under heavy moisture. Artists producing large gallery installations rely on heavy yardage from bulk raw canvas rolls to maintain surface tension. Retailers also stretch medium fabrics over wooden chassis to create standard prepared canvas supports.

Review material specifications carefully before acquiring artist painting surfaces. Compare professional stretched canvas options to verify gallery profile depths. Evaluate yardage requirements using bulk raw canvas rolls to manage high-volume studio production efficiently for specific oil or acrylic painting applications today.

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SEEING BY THE LIGHT - One Bread, One Body, 03/15/2026

Sunday, March 15, 2026, Fourth Sunday of Lent

1 Samuel 16:1, 6-7, 10-13
Ephesians 5:8-14
Psalm 23:1-6
John 9:1-41
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SEEING BY THE LIGHT
"Now I can see." —John 9:15

People are born spiritually blind. “Not as man sees does God see, because man sees the appearance” (1 Sm 16:7). We must get our sight correct, because this is not a neutral matter. If we don’t grow in spiritual sight, we sink deeper into darkness; we grow more blind (see Jn 9:41). Jesus “came into this world for judgment, so that those who do not see might see, and those who do see might become blind” (Jn 9:39, RNAB).

Adam and Eve had their eyes opened when they sinned, but became blind spiritually (see Gn 3:5ff). Are we like Adam and Eve or are we like the blind man who was healed and came to believe in Jesus? (see Jn 9:38) Are we like Samuel, who learned to see with God’s eyes? (1 Sm 16:12). 

“We walk by faith, not by sight” (2 Cor 5:7). Elisha’s servant grew in faith when God opened his eyes (2 Kgs 6:17). Repentance opens our eyes (see Rv 3:18-19). May we repent of seeing with the light of this world, which is darkness (Mt 6:23), and receive “the light” of Christ to truly see (Jn 1:5).

With Bartimaeus, say, “Lord...I want to see” (Lk 18:41). So many people see by the eyes of the mass media, secular culture,  the entertainment industry, and social media. Turn off the TV and your handheld electronic device. Repent and fix your eyes on Jesus (Heb 12:2). Pray for the Lord to “enlighten your innermost vision” (Eph 1:18). “Christ will give you light” (Eph 5:14).

Prayer: Father, help me to take all the planks of sin out of my eyes so I may see clearly to do Your works of mercy (Mt 7:5).

Promise: "I shall dwell in the house of the Lord for years to come." —Ps 23:6

Praise: Praise You, Jesus, "King of kings and Lord of lords" (Rv 19:16).

(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)

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PRIDE RUINS LIFE - One Bread, One Body, 03/14/2026

Saturday, March 14, 2026,

Hosea 6:1-6
Psalm 51:3-4, 18-21
Luke 18:9-14

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PRIDE RUINS LIFE
"For this reason I smote them through the prophets, I slew them by the words of My mouth." —Hosea 6:5

The Pharisee in today’s Gospel reading maintained he was just, honest, and pure (see Lk 18:11). The Lord has repeatedly told us that this is His will for us. The Pharisee also fasted and tithed (Lk 18:12). These are also commandments from the Lord. If we love Him, we will obey these commandments and all the commandments (Jn 15:10; 1 Jn 5:3).

Although the Pharisee did these things which were pleasing to the Lord, the Lord was not pleased with him because the Pharisee was proud, not humble. “Every proud man is an abomination to the Lord” (Prv 16:5), for the Lord hates pride (see Prv 6:16-17; 8:13). Because the Lord loves the proud and because pride is a way to sin and hell, “God ‘is stern with the arrogant but to the humble He shows kindness’ ” (1 Pt 5:5).

Therefore, humble yourself so that the Lord will not have to humble you (Lk 18:14). Take up the yoke of Jesus’ cross and learn from Him, for He is “gentle and humble of heart” (Mt 11:29). Humble yourself and go to Confession at least monthly. Humble yourself by forgiving, apologizing, simplifying your lifestyle, evangelizing, serving, and suffering. We either accept God’s grace of humility, or we risk damnation. Choose to live for and be like the humble, crucified Jesus.

Prayer: Father, base my decision-making on Your call for me to become humble.

Promise: "This man went home from the temple justified but the other did not." —Lk 18:14

Praise: Don spends hours each week volunteering to mow the grass for a Catholic retreat center.

(For a related teaching on Arrogance, listen to, download or order our AV 52-1 or V 52 on our website.)

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YOUR FIRST RETURN - One Bread, One Body, 03/13/2026

Friday, March 13, 2026,

Hosea 14:2-10
Psalm 81:6-11, 14, 17
Mark 12:28-34

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YOUR FIRST RETURN
"You shall love the Lord." —Mark 12:30

A priest was promoted to become pastor of several parishes. During his first several years as a priest, he had set aside ample time for a rich prayer life. With the increased responsibilities of a pastor, he realized that no matter how much time and effort he devoted to his parishes, there was always more work demanding his attention. The priest shortened his prayer time and began to spend more hours working. One morning, in his shortened prayer time, he sensed the Lord saying to him, “You used to love Me. Now you just work for Me.” The busy priest was cut to the heart. He fell to his knees and wept in sorrow. This encounter with the Lord profoundly transformed both his prayer life and ministry to be more fruitful and loving.

We are the bride of Christ. Our relationship with the Lord is to be that of marriage. We love Him devoutly, fervently, attentively, faithfully — with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength (Mk 12:30). The Lord invites us to a loving intimacy, espousing us in love and in mercy (Hos 2:21-22). “With age-old love” He has loved us (Jer 31:3). God so loves us that He did not spare His only Son for our sakes (Jn 3:16; Rm 8:32).

Nothing can separate us from His love (Rm 8:39), except our own free choice to turn our backs on His love. Without love, we are like the older brother of the prodigal son, just a “slave” working for the Lord (Lk 15:28-30). Let us return wholeheartedly to our first love of God (Rv 2:4).

Prayer: Father, may I make a return of love to You for all the good You have done for me (Ps 116:12).

Promise: "I will love them freely." —Hos 14:5

Praise: Bishop Smith burns with zeal for the Gospel. He asks his people: "Can others tell that Christ is in you, before you tell them?"

(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)

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