This study introduces the Gospel of Mark, the Gospel read throughout Year B of the Sunday lectionary. Dr. Brant Pitre surveys Mark's fast-paced, vivid portrait of Jesus—the shortest Gospel, likely the first written, and traditionally connected to the preaching of St. Peter—with its emphasis on Jesus' mighty deeds, the so-called messianic secret, and the way of the cross. It serves as an overview for understanding the Sunday Gospels of Year B.
What is the Gospel of Mark? The shortest of the four Gospels, likely the first written, read on Sundays in Year B; tradition links it to the preaching of St. Peter.
What is distinctive about Mark? Its brevity and speed, vivid detail, Jesus' powerful deeds, the messianic secret, and the centrality of the cross.
Who wrote it? Tradition attributes it to Mark, a companion of Peter and Paul.
Why study Mark for Year B? Year B of the Sunday lectionary reads mainly from Mark, with a stretch of John 6 in the summer.
What is the theme? An introduction to Mark's Gospel and its portrait of Christ.
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The Mass Explained and the Mass Readings Explained
These are even more than I’d anticipated. I learned lots of interesting stuff but better than that, I was able to participate, to be present in Mass, in a deeper way the last two weeks. Thank you so much. And I’ve also told a friend about Dr. Pitre’s work. Thanks again, Patty Brown
