The readings speak of the Holy Spirit, inviting us to consider how we call upon the Spirit for the grace and strength we need today. Come, Holy Spirit!
Mass Readings – 6th Sunday of Easter
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Daily Mass: The Holy Spirit leads Paul to Macedonia. Catholic Inspiration
Paul earnestly begins his missionary efforts, led by the Holy Spirit to set foot into Macedonia for the first time.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 5th Week of Easter
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Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: The Council of Jerusalem, Part III – resolution and communication. Catholic Information
The Council of Jerusalem takes place to determine if the Gentiles who are becoming believers in Christ must adopt Jewish practice. After a fruitful debate, the resolution is communicated in a practical and personal way.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 5th Week of Easter
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St. Nereus, St. Achilleus, and St. Pancras, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: The Council of Jerusalem, Part II – the discussion. Catholic Inspiration
The Council of Jerusalem takes place to determine if the Gentiles who are becoming believers in Christ must adopt Jewish practice. The debate takes time and many voices must be heard and considered, reminding us to commit ourselves to the time and effort that is necessary to listen, reflect and pray over a tough decision.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 5th Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: The Council of Jerusalem, Part I – the problem. Catholic Inspiration
The Council of Jerusalem takes place to determine if the Gentiles who are becoming believers in Christ must adopt Jewish practice. This debate is intense and challenges the early Church, yet it inspires us to recognize that conflicts are part of life and must be embraced if we are to find a path forward in faith.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 5th Week of Easter
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St. John of Avila and St. Damien Joseph de Veuster of Moloka’i, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: It is necessary for us to undergo many hardships to enter the kingdom of God. Catholic Inspiration
Paul, having been stoned and left for dead, doesn’t quit. Instead he keeps going and inspires us to recognize that while hardship is part of our spiritual life, Christ will give us the strength we need to carry on.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 5th Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: The Gospel proclaimed with power and humility. Catholic Inspiration
Paul and Barnabas, proclaiming the Gospel with power, are mistaken for pagan gods after a miraculous healing. Their humble response reminds us to keep our eyes fixed on Christ as we carry out the Lord’s work in the world.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 5th Week of Easter
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Study, Pray, Serve: 6th Sunday of Easter
Let’s explore some of the themes in the readings for the 6th Sunday of Easter.
1st Reading – Acts of the Apostles 8:5-8,14-17
- Philip continues the ministry of Jesus in Samaria, driving out evil and performing mighty acts of healing.
- The Apostles, hearing about Philip’s ministry, send Peter and John to pray over the people that they might receive the Holy Spirit.
Psalm 66:1-7,16,20
- “Let all the earth cry out to God with joy.”
- Nature itself gives praise and glory to the tremendous deeds that God has done.
2nd Reading – 1st Peter 3:15-18
- This passage readily applies to our modern world, inspiring us to “be ready to give an explanation to anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope.”
- The practical, spiritual advice reminds us to be reverent and gentle, keeping our focus on Christ.
Gospel – John 14:15-21
- Out of love for the Lord, we keep the commandments of Christ.
- Jesus will ask the Father to send us the Advocate – the Spirit of truth – to remain with us.
Mass Readings – 6th Sunday of Easter
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5th Sunday of Easter: We are living stones, loved and cherished by God. Catholic Inspiration
The First Letter of Peter reminds us that we are living stones, “chosen and precious in the sight of God…built into a spiritual house…to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God.” May these words inspire us to cherish the gift of our lives as we unite together to give praise and glory to the Lord.
Mass Readings – 5th Sunday of Easter
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Daily Mass: Paul experiences good and bad responses to his preaching. Catholic Inspiration
As the number of believers grows in Antioch, Paul faces hostility and opposition. His experience reminds us to follow the Lord with all our heart, knowing that there will be challenges, but God will work through what we say and do.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 4th Week of Easter
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