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the Baptism of Jesus

What does the Baptism of Jesus, celebrated on Jan. 11, mean for us today? Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains. Then hear the story of Fr. Dustin Feddon of Joseph House, who works with ex-prisoners to get a new start in society

We celebrate the Baptism of the Lord on Jan. 8 this year. Jesus's Baptism stresses necessity of the Sacrament in removing original sin.

On Monday, January 8, 2024, we celebrate an incredibly important feast, the Baptism of Jesus, as described in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Along with the Crucifixion, the Baptism is the event most accepted by scholars as indisputable historical fact. Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains what this means for us today. Then hear the story of Fr. Dustin Feddon of Joseph House, who works with prisoners when they're released to get a new start in society.