Scripture “Woman, why are you weeping?” John 20:13 Reflection All the evangelists tell the story of Mary Magdalen, the first to announce the resurrection. Let us walk with Mary on this Easter Sunday. We really don’t know much about the apostles and followers of Jesus on the Saturday after the crucifixion. It is an empty
Read More.Good Friday 2020
Scripture “My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?” Psalm 22:1 Reflection These words spoken by Jesus as He hung on the Cross take on a new relevance and meaning this year. Our daily news and social media feeds are filled with stories of the advance of COVID-19 across our nation and our world. Both young
Read More.Holy Thursday 2020
Scripture “If I, therefore, the master and teacher, have washed your feet, you ought to wash one another’s feet. I have given you a model to follow, so that as I have done for you, you should also do.” John 13: 14-15 Reflection Holy Thursday is a day when Christians traditionally gather together to recall
Read More.The New Normal: Albertus Employees Work from Home
Here at Albertus Magnus College, we have dedicated faculty and staff who are here to work with you to achieve your goals and see you soar. During these difficult times, the transition to virtual meetings and online learning has shaken up the daily routines of the Albertus community. Hear from some faculty and staff on
Read More.Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion
Scripture: The Lord GOD has given me a well-trained tongue, that I might know how to speak to the weary a word that will rouse them. Morning after morning he opens my ear that I may hear; and I have not rebelled, have not turned back. I gave my back to those who beat me,
Read More.Fifth Sunday of Lent
Scripture “Untie him and let him go.” John 11:44 Reflection Of all the Gospel stories, the raising of Lazarus is perhaps one of the most dramatic. It is layered in meaning and filled with small details which tell us so much about Jesus and about how to live the Christian life. For our reflection on
Read More.Fourth Sunday of Lent
Scripture “I came into this world for judgment, so that those who do not see might see.” John 9 Reflection On the Fourth Sunday of Lent we read the Gospel of the man born blind. We hear of his healing, his ability to see, his conversion, his turning toward Jesus. Every Lent as we prepare for Easter,
Read More.Third Sunday of Lent
Scripture “And hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.” Romans 5:5 Reflection In the Gospel today we hear about the encounter of Jesus and the Samaritan woman. What is remarkable about this exchange is that in
Read More.Student Academic Support and Honors Program
“Here at Albertus, I can say I’m not afraid to ask questions…you can always go to [faculty] during office hours, send an email; they are always there to help you answer your questions.” Alicia Vitagliano, ’19 Albertus Magnus College is dedicated to the success of every student. Find help with your research or writing projects
Read More.Second Sunday of Lent
Scripture “All the communities of the earth shall find blessing in you.” Genesis 12:4 Reflection With these words, God calls Abraham, the father of monotheistic faith. The readings for today culminate in Matthew’s account of the transfiguration of Jesus, shining with blinding light, who was joined by Moses, the liberator, and Elijah, the guarantor
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