From the Gospel: Field-hospital medics

Third Sunday in ordinary time, Year A. Today’s readings: Isaiah 8:23-9:3; 1 Corinthians 1:10-13, 17; Matthew 4:12-23 (shorter version 4:12-17) One of the most evocative images of the Church to emerge from the pontificate of Pope Francis (2013-25) is that of a field hospital after battle. It conjures the scene of courageous doctors and nurses...