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THE WEEKLY BULLETIN OF THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN AFRICA

Gospel Reflection: 12–18 October 2026 — An urgent response to the Lord’s invitation (Mt. 22:1-14)

By Rev. Fr. Oloserian Lesenga PhD Student, Department of Biblical Theology

On the 28th Sunday in Ordinary time (October 11, 2026), the Gospel reading puts before us a theme concerning an invitation to the wedding banquet but with a condition of being well prepared.

By Rev. Dr. Bedford Maugu Theology Lecturer This reflection draws from the Gospel reading of the 27th Sunday of the ordinary time, the ‘Parable of the Vineyard and the Wicked Tenants’ (Mt. 21:28-32). It is the Gospel that was proclaimed in our churches on Sunday, 4th October, 2026. While working smart, or if you choose, working hard, is an important driver for success, having an eye for opportunity is equally important. Some opportunities come once in a lifetime. An opportunity taken (or is it grabbed?), could mean climbing to the highest heights of one’s life. An opportunity lost could…