The power of the Holy Spirit and the joy of the resurrection shine forth in the apostles as they confront the threat of death for proclaiming the Good News of Jesus. Their witness inspires us to face our fears as we embrace our faith.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 2nd Week of Easter
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The disciples face persecution with Easter joy and the power of the Holy Spirit. May their example inspire us to live the love of Jesus Christ, even as we face obstacles and hostility in the world today.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 2nd Week of Easter
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The early Christian community shared their resources so that no one was in need. Their example inspires us to consider how we might use wisely our material goods in order to alleviate the suffering of our brothers and sisters.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 2nd Week of Easter
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Released from custody, Peter and John return to the disciples to recount what happened. As they pray, the Holy Spirit comes upon them while the ground shakes and they preach with boldness.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 2nd Week of Easter
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Study: What do the readings say?
Pray: What do the readings say to me?
Serve: What do the readings make me do or say…today?
Let’s take a look at some of the main themes of the readings for the 3rd Sunday of Easter.
1st Reading – Acts 3:13-15, 17-19
Psalm – 4:2, 4, 7-8
2nd Reading – 1 John 2:1-5a
Gospel – Luke 24:35-48
Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of Easter
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“Doubting Thomas” speaks to a common trait in our human hearts, especially with people who are uncertain about Jesus. May the three options offered in this homily help us to engage the skeptics in our lives with grace of God.
Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of Easter
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Mark’s Gospel recounts three times Jesus appears to his disciples: Mary Magdalene; two disciples on the road; and then to the Eleven…slowly helping them understand the truth of His resurrection.
Mass Readings – Saturday in the Octave of Easter
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As the Risen Lord appears for a third time to the disciples on the Sea of Galilee, we see how God continues to direct our lives and tug at our hearts. May we follow Christ with joy!
Mass Readings – Friday in the Octave of Easter
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The Lord’s revelation to the disciples in Luke’s Gospel is transmitted to the crowd through the preaching of St. Peter. May our minds be opened by the Lord so that we can pass on the faith that we have received as well.
Mass Readings – Thursday in the Octave of Easter
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Not silver. Not gold. Instead, Peter gives the gift of faith in Jesus Christ to a crippled man which brings healing in body, mind, heart and soul.
Mass Readings – Wednesday in the Octave of Easter
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