Homily For The Fourth (Laetare) Sunday Of Lent, Year C
Joshua 5:9, 10-12; Psalm 34:2-3.4-5.6-7; 2 Corinthians 5:17-21; Luke 15:1-3, 11-32. “THE MERCIFUL FATHER: THE GOD WHO FORGIVES!” By: Rev. Fr. Charles Onyeka Ezejide · Today is the fourth Sunday of Lent, traditionally known as “LAETARE Sunday”. It is also known as Rejoice Sunday. It is a day to celebrate the joy of God’s mercy and unconditional forgiveness to us sinners (Rom.3:23). We have reached halfway on our Lenten journey. We have barely a few days until Easter Sunday. So, we have every reason to celebrate this midpoint and be happy because God’s mercy is boundless. · God continues to take the initiative to extend his hands of mercy and repentance to us if only we will yield to his invitation. The readings of today highlights the joy that is expected of us when we dwell in the mercy of God. · The first reading today (Joshua 5:9-12) shows the joy the Israel...