We have experienced the blessings of the Nativity, the Holy Family and the Epiphany, and now, with the Baptism of Jesus, we move into Ordinary Time.  In a few weeks, we will be entering the season of Lent. Although we will be given hints of what lies ahead for Jesus and for those who are his disciples, during this interim period our readings invite us to reflect on what it means to encounter him and become his disciple. 

More often than we should, my wife and I binge on social media videos before going to bed. A 9:30 p.m. “early” bedtime becomes an 11 p.m....