Study, Pray, Serve: 23rd Sunday of the Year

Let’s explore some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 23rd Sunday of the Year.

1st Reading – Isaiah 35:4-7a

• Say to those whose hearts are frightened: be strong, fear not!
• God comes to the people bringing healing and life to the world.

Psalm – 146:7-10

• “Praise the Lord, my soul!”
• We glorify God who brings hope and healing to those in need, and thwarts the way of the wicked.

2nd Reading – James 2:1-5

• We are charged to show no partiality to others based on wealth or appearance.
• God chooses the poor in the world to be rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom.

Gospel – Mark 7:31-37

• A deaf man with a speech impediment is brought before Jesus.
• After the Lord heals the man, the crowds give praise to God.

Mass Readings – 23rd Sunday of the Year (#128)

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