Study, Pray, Serve: 31st Sunday of the Year

Here are some of the main themes for the readings of the 31st Sunday of the Year.

1st Reading – Wisdom 11:22-12:2

• The creator is far beyond the capacity and comprehension of the created.
• The creator loves all of creation, seeking its redemption, healing and renewal.

Psalm – 145:1-2,8-11,13-14

• “I will praise your name forever, my king and my God.”
• We join creation in praising the Lord, who is faithful, merciful, compassionate and just.

2nd Reading – 1 Thessalonians 1:11-2:2

• Paul prays that the people remain worthy of their calling and stay faithful.
• When a spirit or oral statement threatens to upset them, they are to remain steadfast and calm.

Gospel – Luke 19:1-10

• Jesus approaches Zaccheus and invites himself to his home.
• Zaccheus stands his ground in the face of opposition, and speaks in a way that reveals the repentance in his heart.

Mass Readings – 31st Sunday of the Year

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