November 6, 2026. Parable of the “Great Banquet”:
Dear Jesus, In the liturgy for November 3, 2026, the Scripture features the “Parable of the Great Banquet.” Please explain to me the meaning of this parable. Parable of the “Great Banquet”: “…Upon hearing these words, one of those sitting at the table with Jesus said to Him: ‘Blessed is the one who will eat at the banquet in the kingdom of God!’ Jesus replied: ‘A man once prepared a great banquet and invited many guests. When the time for the banquet arrived, he sent his servant to tell those who had been invited: “Come, for everything is now ready.” “But most of them began to offer excuses. The first said: “I have just purchased a field, and I must go and see it. Please, accept my apologies.” “Another said: “I have just bought five yokes of oxen, and I am on my way to test them. Please, accept my apologies.” “Yet another said: “I have just gotten married, so I cannot come.” “The servant returned and reported everything to his master. The master became angry and said: ...