Jesus summons and then sends his Apostles to carry out his mission, having shown them what to do by his own example.
Mass Readings – 15th Sunday of the Year (B – #104)
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Daily Mass: Faith in Christ casts out fear. Catholic Inspiration
Jesus tells his Apostles, DO NOT BE AFRAID! Yes, it will be tough and we will experience fear, but we have God’s victorious strength to engage the terrors of life as we embrace our faith.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 14th Week of the Year (#388)
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St. Henry, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: God gives us strength to face opposition and hardship. Catholic Inspiration
Jesus makes it clear to the Apostles that they will encounter hardship and struggle, but they will be given the grace to face it with faith.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 14th Week of the Year (#387)
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Daily Mass: We’re on a mission from God. Catholic Inspiration
Jesus instructs the Twelve Apostles about what they are to do and how they are to trust in God’s providence along the way.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 14th Week of the Year (#386)
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St. Benedict, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: The Lord summons, empowers, and sends us forth in his service. Catholic Inspiration
Having modeled his ministry for the disciples, Jesus summons, empowers, and sends the Twelve Apostles to put into practice his example.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 14th Week of the Year (#385)
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Daily Mass: We experience the Lord’s power and compassion. Catholic Inspiration
Jesus carries out his earthly ministry among crowds of people and reveals his compassionate heart in the process.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 14th Week of the Year (#384)
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St. Augustine Zhao Rong, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: The Lord is gracious and merciful. Catholic Inspiration
Psalm 145 reveals that on one hand God is majestic and awesome, while on the other hand approachable and tender.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 14th Week of the Year (#383)
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Study, Pray, Serve: 15th Sunday of the Year
Let’s examine some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 15th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Amos 7:12-15
- When challenged by Amaziah, Amos claims his humble heritage tending sycamore trees.
- It was God that called Amos, empowering him to prophesy to the people of Israel.
Psalm – 85:9-14
- “Lord, let us see your kindness, and grant us your salvation.”
- The Lord proclaims peace and justice to the people.
2nd Reading – Ephesians 1:3-14
- We have been blessed in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavens.
- We are known, saved, redeemed and filled with wisdom through the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Gospel – Mark 6:7-13
- The Twelve Apostles receive the authority of Jesus and are sent out two by two.
- They cure the sick, drive out demons, and preach repentance.
Mass Readings – 15th Sunday of the Year (Year B, #104)
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14th Sunday of the Year: We give witness to God, especially when times are tough. Catholic Inspiration
Both Ezekiel and Jesus are in situations that are hostile and tense, reminding us that sometimes we are called to give witness to God when it is tough and uncomfortable.
Mass Readings – 14th Sunday of the Year (Year B, #101)
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Daily Mass: The Lord speaks of peace to his people. Catholic Inspiration
Psalm 85 addresses the deep longing for peace in our hearts.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 13th Week of the Year (#382)
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St. Maria Goretti, pray for us!
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