Fr. Michael writes: When St. Mark begins telling his story of the ministry of Jesus, he shows us how Jesus is invested with the power of the Spirit at his baptism and thus acts with authority. The power that moves Jesus has its source in God; the authority that Jesus displays, both in his actions and words, is the authority of God himself. In today’s Gospel Jesus’ teaching is seen in action. There is a confrontation between good and evil and at the command of Jesus, the possessed man is freed. The people are astonished and marvel at his authority. As we listen to the Word of God each Sunday, how are we moved? Do we find nourishment for our lives in the words of Christ?4th Sunday of the Year