The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames) Day 37: To Be Transfigured (2026)
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Feb 6, 2026 A meditation on the Transfiguration and its glimpse of heaven. Exploration of Matthew 17 and connections to Exodus and Moses’ shining face. Discussion of Jesus fulfilling the Law and prophets and the Father’s command to listen. Invitation to pray for sharing in Christ’s glory and to stay with Jesus through the cross.
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Transfiguration As Fulfillment
- The Transfiguration reveals Jesus as the fulfillment of Moses and Elijah and the culmination of salvation history.
- Fr. Mark-Mary Ames emphasizes that this moment shows our destined share in Christ's glory with the Father and the Spirit.
Lighthearted Intro Joke
- Fr. Mark-Mary Ames jokes about not consulting Pope Benedict XVI or 'Jesus of Nazareth' today.
- The lighthearted aside frames the episode's approach and prepares listeners for his own reflections.
Sinai And Tabor Connected
- The episode roots the Transfiguration in Exodus 24, linking Sinai's cloud and glory to Tabor's cloud.
- Fr. Mark-Mary Ames draws parallels between Moses' shining face and Jesus' transfigured radiance as continuity in God's covenant action.
