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Let’s explore some of the themes that emerge in the Mass readings for the 30th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Exodus 22:20-26
The Lord commands the people to not molest an alien, for they were once aliens in the land of Egypt.
When lending money to a poor neighbor, the people are not to act as extortioners.
Psalm – 18:2-4,47,51
“I love you, Lord, my strength.”
We bless God who is our shield and refuge, the rock that keeps us safe from our enemies.
2nd Reading – Thessalonians 1:5c-10
Paul reminds the people how through the Holy Spirit they imitated his example and became a model for all believers.
Their example has spread through the region, giving praise to Jesus Christ.
Gospel – Matthew 22:34-40
A scholar of the law tests Jesus, asking which commandment is the greatest.
Jesus quotes Deuteronomy 6:5 and Leviticus 19:18, showing that we are called to love God and one another.
Mass Readings – 30th Sunday of the Year (A)
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As the Lord sidesteps a trap, he offers an insight regarding how his disciples are in the world, but not of the world.
Mass Readings – 29th Sunday of the Year (A)
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Jesus makes it clear to his disciples that those who acknowledge him on earth will be acknowledged before the angels of God.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 28th Week of the Year
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Psalm 32 offers us hope as we acknowledge our sins and turn to the Lord for the grace and strength we need.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 28th Week of the Year
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St. Paul of the Cross, pray for us!
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St. Paul offers a humility check to insure that we see our situation clearly and without bias, and then he points out God’s solution: faith in Jesus Christ!
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 28th Week of the Year
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St. John Brefeuf, St. Isaac Jogues, and Companions, pray for us!
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On this Feast of St. Luke, we acknowledge our need to receive the message of the Evangelists so that we can be evangelists in the world – announcing to others the Good News of Jesus.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Luke, Evangelist
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St. Luke, pray for us!
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Psalm 19 offers an insight into the beauty of creation, intuitively leading us to glorify the Creator!
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 28th Week of the Year
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St. Ignatius of Antioch, pray for us!
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Mass Readings – Monday of the 28th Week of the Year
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St. Hedwig and St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, pray for us!
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Here are some of the themes found in the Mass readings for the 29th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Isaiah 45:1,4-6
Cyrus, even though he did not know the Lord, has been chosen and anointed as ruler.
With God’s help, Cyrus will subdue nations for the sake of Israel.
Psalm – 96: 1,3,4-5,7-10
“Give the Lord glory and honor.”
We sing to the Lord, giving glory and praise, as we worship and acknowledge God’s might.
2nd Reading – 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5b
Paul, with companions Silvanus and Timothy, greets the people in the name of Jesus Christ.
Chosen by God, the people have received power through the Holy Spirit.
Gospel – Matthew 22:15-21
The Pharisees and Herodians attempt to trap Jesus with a trick question about paying taxes.
The Lord deftly sidesteps the trap and gives glory to God.
Mass Readings – 29th Sunday of the Year (A)
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Psalm 23 inspires us to trust in the Lord when we face difficult and challenging times.
Mass Readings – 28th Sunday of the Year (A)
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Three Great Things 