Monthly Archives: November 2022
As Jesus observes a poor widow offering a few coins for the temple treasury, he reveals that in the eyes of Heaven what is valued looks a little differently. It’s the sacrifice, not the amount, that makes the angels rejoice.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 34th Week of the Year
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Here are some of the themes that surface in the readings for the 1st Sunday of Advent.
1st Reading – Isaiah 2:1-5
The mountain of the Lord shall be the highest mountain, and people shall come toward it.
On this mountain will be peace among the nations.
Psalm – 122: 1-9
“Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord.”
We rejoice and pray that Jerusalem is a city of peace and prosperity.
2nd Reading – Romans 13:11-14
The hour is at hand to awake from sleep; salvation is at hand.
We put on the Lord Jesus Christ, throwing off the works of darkness and putting on the armor of light.
Gospel – Matthew 24:37-44
Referring to the time of Noah, Jesus urges the people to be ready for the coming of the Son of Man.
Christ calls us to be prepared, for at an unexpected hour the Son of Man will come.
Mass Readings – 1st Sunday of Advent
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The words of the Dismas (the “good thief”) in the Gospel of Luke echo in our hearts as we claim Jesus Christ as our King: “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom!”
Mass Readings – The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the King of the Universe
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The Psalm response offers a joyous affirmation of the Lord’s strength in times of struggle. May this spiritual durability sustains us in our spiritual battles and draw us closer to God and one another.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 33rd Week of the Year
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The Lord cleanses the temple area and teaches the crowds. As temples of the Holy Spirit, we call upon the Lord to purify our lives so that we may be a proper dwelling place for the Lord.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 33rd Week of the Year
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St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, pray for us!
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As Jesus weeps over Jerusalem, we gain a crucial insight into the Lord’s Sacred Heart. Filled with sorrow for the sins of our world, Christ reveals the depth of his love and points us to the Cross as the instrument of our salvation.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 33rd Week of the Year
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St. Elizabeth of Hungary, pray for us!
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The Lord offers a somber parable, reminding us about the crucial responsibility we have to be good stewards of the things entrusted to our care.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 33rd Week of the Year
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St. Margaret of Scotland and St. Gertrude, pray for us!
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Jesus chooses to stay with Zacchaeus, a despised tax collector and sinner. May this Scripture give us all hope, for the Lord chooses to stay with us – knowing full well all our sins – that he might seek and save what was lost.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 33rd Week of the Year
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St. Albert the Great, pray for us!
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The blind man’s reply, “Lord, I want to see!” invites us to consider how we, too, long to see clearly our path through this life. May our eyes be opened as we walk in the light of Jesus Christ.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 33rd Week of the Year
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Here are some of the main themes in the readings for the solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe.
1st Reading – 2nd Samuel 5:1-3
The tribes of Israel come to Hebron to acknowledge David’s protection and service to the people.
David made an agreement with them and was anointed king of Israel.
Psalm – 122:1-5
“Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord.”
Jerusalem is the city of David where people travel to give praise and honor to God.
2nd Reading – Colossians 1:12-20
We give praise to the Father who delivered us from darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son.
Christ, the image of the invisible God, is the source of creation and the head of the body, the church.
Gospel – Luke 23:35-43
From the Cross, Christ is mocked about the sign “This is the king of the Jews.”
Jesus comforts the good thief, assuring him that “today you will be with me in paradise.”
Mass Readings – The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
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Three Great Things 