Following the raising of Lazarus, the political intrigue around Jesus grows as Caiaphas speaks prophetically that it is better that one man should die for all the people.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 5th Week of Lent (#256)
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Daily Mass: The stage is set for Holy Week. Catholic Inspiration
Daily Mass: In my distress I called upon the Lord, and he heard my voice. Catholic Inspiration
Psalm 18 captures the depth of human suffering as we call upon the Lord in our darkest moments of need.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 5th Week of Lent (#255)
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Lenten Bootcamp: 6th Night – A regular review of our spiritual lives
This six part series explores how we get into vibrant, spiritual shape. In this 6th presentation, Fr. Andrew shares practical insights regarding when and how we review our spiritual lives, never giving up in the face of adversity and interruption.
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Daily Mass: Jesus Christ is our life. Catholic Inspiration
Referencing back to Abraham, Jesus reveals that he is God and fulfills salvation history that we might have eternal life through him.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 5th Week of Lent (#254)
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Daily Mass: The Annunciation reveals the power of the Good News in our world. Catholic Inspiration
The Annunciation of the Lord demonstrates the power of the Good News to transform our lives, for “nothing will be impossible for God!”
Mass Readings – Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord (#545)
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Archangel Gabriel and Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Jesus Christ is the great I AM. Catholic Inspiration
Referencing the revelation given to Moses that God’s name is “I AM,” Jesus claims this title and says it will be understood when he has been lifted up…pointing to his crucifixion, resurrection, and ascension.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 5th Week of Lent (#252)
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Daily Mass: Jesus teaches a lesson about mercy. Catholic Inspiration
A woman caught in the act of adultery is brought before Jesus, and the Lord provides a teachable moment that reveals both mercy and justice.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 5th Week of Lent (#251)
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St. Turibius of Mogrovejo, pray for us!
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Study, Pray, Serve: Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion
Let’s examine some of the major themes that surface in our readings for Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion.
1st Reading – Isaiah 50:4-7
- This passage of the “Suffering Servant” is interpreted by the Church to apply directly to Jesus.
- Note how it is written in the first person, from the Lord’s perspective, and points to the agony of the Passion.
Psalm – 22: 8-9,17-20,23-24
- “My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?”
- This Psalm offers a prophecy that is fulfilled with the Passion of the Lord.
- I strongly suggest that we all read Psalm 22 repeatedly during Holy Week. For although it begins in anguish and suffering, it ends with a resounding praise of the glory of God.
2nd Reading – Philippians 2:6-11
- Jesus humbly “empties himself” and takes on our human form in order to die on the Cross for our sins.
- Because of this sacrifice, Jesus Christ is exalted above all creation, and we acknowledge him as Lord.
Gospel – Matthew 26:14-27:66
- This is the great drama of God’s love for us!
- Do yourself a favor and take time this week to slowly read and reflect on the Passion of our Lord. Seriously, just do it, and offer a prayer of gratitude for the sacrifice of Christ on the Cross.
Mass Readings – Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion (#38, A)
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5th Sunday of Lent: Jesus wept. Catholic Inspiration
The weeping of Jesus at the tomb of Lazarus reveals the Lord’s compassion for all humanity, inviting us to draw near to the one who redeems the depth of our suffering and grief.
Mass Readings – 5th Sunday of Lent (#34)
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Daily Mass: Faith in the midst of division and unrest. Catholic Inspiration
Both the crowd and the leaders are uncertain about the identity of Jesus, fostering division and dissent that leads to isolation.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 4th Week of Lent (#249)
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Catholic Inspiration – Podcast Archives of Homilies & Talks- Daily Mass: The stage is set for Holy Week
- Lenten Bootcamp: 6th Night - A regular review of our spiritual lives
- Daily Mass: Jesus Christ is our life
- Daily Mass: In my distress I called upon the Lord, and he heard my voice
- Daily Mass: The Annunciation reveals the power of the Good News in our world
- Daily Mass: Jesus Christ is the great I AM
- Study, Pray, Serve: Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion
- Daily Mass: Jesus teaches a lesson about mercy
- 5th Sunday of Lent: Jesus wept
- Daily Mass: Faith in the midst of division and unrest
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