Daily Mass: Let your mercy come to me, O Lord. Catholic Inspiration

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We cling to the Lord as the source of our strength, trusting in the Lord’s mercy and love.

Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 28th Week of the Year (#468)

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Daily Mass: The lesson of the sign of Jonah. Catholic Inspiration

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When asked for a sign, Jesus tells the crowds that only the sign of Jonah to repent will be given.

Mass Readings – Monday of the 28th Week of the Year (#467)

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Study, Pray, Serve: 29th Sunday of the Year

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Here are some of the themes found in the Mass readings for the 29th Sunday of the Year.

1st Reading – Isaiah 45:1,4-6

  • Cyrus, even though he did not know the Lord, has been chosen and anointed as ruler.
  • With God’s help, Cyrus will subdue nations for the sake of Israel.

Psalm – 96: 1,3,4-5,7-10

  • “Give the Lord glory and honor.”
  • We sing to the Lord, giving glory and praise, as we worship and acknowledge God’s might.

2nd Reading – 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5b

  • Paul, with companions Silvanus and Timothy, greets the people in the name of Jesus Christ.
  • Chosen by God, the people have received power through the Holy Spirit.

Gospel – Matthew 22:15-21

  • The Pharisees and Herodians attempt to trap Jesus with a trick question about paying taxes.
  • The Lord deftly sidesteps the trap and gives glory to God.

Mass Readings – 29th Sunday of the Year (#145)

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28th Sunday of the Year: We respond to God’s banquet invitation. Catholic Inspiration

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God invites us to a banquet, both in heaven and on earth. Will we respond and be prepared to attend?

Mass Readings – 28th Sunday of the Year (#142)

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Daily Mass: We are blessed when we hear and observe the Word of God. Catholic Inspiration

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Jesus teaches the crowd that we are blessed when we hear and observe the Word of God.

Mass Readings – Saturday of the 27th Week of the Year (#466)

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Daily Mass: By the finger of God, Christ drives out demons. Catholic Inspiration

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After driving out a demon, Jesus addresses a comment from the crowd that teaches about his authority and urges us to remain vigilant in our spiritual battle.

Mass Readings – Friday of the 27th Week of the Year (#465)

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St. Denis & Companions and St. John Leonardi, pray for us!


Daily Mass: We practice our faith with persistence. Catholic Inspiration

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Jesus offers a parable, encouraging his disciples to remain persistent in faith and prayer, while trusting that the Lord longs to give them the good things that they need.

Mass Readings – Thursday of the 27th Week of the Year (#464)

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Daily Mass: Lord, teach us to pray! Catholic Inspiration

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After returning from his prayer in solitude, Jesus responds to a disciple’s request and teaches the Lord’s Prayer.

Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 27th Week of the Year (#463)

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Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us!


Daily Mass: We drawn near and listen to the Lord. Catholic Inspiration

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Jesus speaks to Martha, explaining that Mary has chosen the better part by spending her time drawing near and listening to the Lord.

Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 27th Week of the Year (#462)

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St. Bruno & Bl. Marie Rose Durocher, pray for us!


Daily Mass: The Good Samaritan reveals who is our neighbor. Catholic Inspiration

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When asked “Who is my neighbor?” Jesus responds with a parable about mercy, kindness, and service.

Mass Readings – Monday of the 27th Week of the Year (#461)

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St. Faustina Kowalska & Bl. Francis Xavier Seelos, pray for us!