Psalm 119 invites us to open our minds to receive the wisdom that comes when we seek the light of God’s truth.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 18th Week of the Year (#407)
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Daily Mass: Lord, teach me your statutes. Catholic Inspiration
Study, Pray, Serve: 19th Sunday of the Year
Let’s explore some of the themes in the readings for Mass on this 19th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – 1st Kings 19:9a,11-13a
- Elijah takes shelter in a cave at Horeb and encounters mighty wind, an earthquake, and fire…but the Lord is not present in these natural forces.
- Elijah then hears a tiny whispering sound, and he recognizes the Lord in the whisper.
Psalm – 85:9-14
- “Lord, let us see your kindness, and grant us your salvation.”
- We listen to God, and encounter kindness and truth, justice and peace.
2nd Reading – Romans 9:1-5
- Paul is in anguish for his own people, the children of Israel, and would wish himself accursed for their sake.
- Paul acknowledges that the promises to the Israelites are the glory of the covenants and promises of salvation history, which are fulfilled in Jesus Christ who is over all.
Gospel – Matthew 14:22-33
- Jesus dismisses the crowds and goes up the mountain to pray while the disciples are in a boat being tossed about by a storm.
- Jesus walks on the water to the disciples, and Peter calls out to him and begins to walk on the water.
- When Peter sees the strength of the storm he starts to sink, and Jesus rescues him.
Mass Readings – 19th Sunday of the Year (#115)
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18th Sunday of the Year: An encounter with Christ brings healing and strength. Catholic Inspiration
Moved with pity, Jesus responds to the needs of the crowd by healing their sick and feeding their bodies and souls.
Mass Readings – 18th Sunday of the Year (#112)
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Daily Mass: Jeremiah remains faithful in a moment of life and death. Catholic Inspiration
Jeremiah remains adamant regarding his message to the people as God’s prophet. His faith inspires us to be steadfast when the world opposes our faith in Christ.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 17th Week of the Year (#406)
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St. Alphonsus Liguori, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Lord in your great love, answer me!
Psalm 69 inspires us to call upon the Lord for help and strength in our moments of need.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 17th Week of the Year (#405)
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Daily Mass: We are formed in the hands of God. Catholic Inspiration
Jeremiah offers a vibrant illustration of our lives under the care and guidance of God.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 17th Week of the Year (#404)
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Daily Mass: The faith of Martha, Mary, and Lazarus. Catholic Inspiration
Mary, Martha, and Lazarus were close friends of Jesus, and their faith inspires us to draw near to Christ.
Mass Readings – Memorial of Martha, Mary, and Lazarus (#403/607)
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Martha, Mary, and Lazarus, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Sooner or later, we stand in judgment before the Lord. Catholic Inspiration
Jesus offers a sobering reflection on the reality of final judgment, inviting us to reflect on our lives now and adjust accordingly.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 17th Week of the Year (#402)
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Daily Mass: When in doubt, start small! Catholic Inspiration
Jesus offers a couple of parables that reveal the power of starting small in our spiritual practice and continuing with discipline and consistency.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 17th Week of the Year (#401)
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Study, Pray, Serve: 18th Sunday of the Year
Let’s examine some of the themes in the readings for Mass on this 18th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Isaiah 55:1-3
- The Lord invites all who are hungry or thirsty to come freely and without cost.
- The benefits assured to David are now renewed for all with an everlasting covenant.
Psalm – 145:8-9,15-18
- “The hand of the Lord feeds us; he answers all our needs.”
- We look hopefully to the Lord who is gracious, merciful, compassionate, and just.
2nd Reading – Romans 8:35,37-39
- Nothing can separate us from the love of Christ!
- We conquer overwhelmingly through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Gospel – Matthew 14:13-21
- Jesus responds with pity upon the vast crowd, and he cures their sick.
- He then performs a feeding miracle after blessing five loaves and two fish.
Mass Readings: 18th Sunday of the Year (#112)
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