Mass Readings – Wednesday of 1st Lent
God calls every generation to repentance as we observe in the book of Jonah and the Gospel of Luke today. Rather than chase after miracles, wonders and signs, may we respond to this ongoing call to conversion of heart – turning away from sin and turning toward the Lord.
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Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 1st Week of Lent (Sts. Perpetua & Felicity)
As Jesus teaches the disciples the Lord’s Prayer he also reveals the power of forgiveness to transform and heal our lives. This commandment – at times difficult to carry out – is crucial for us to receive the Lord’s forgiveness as we forgive one another.
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Study: Consider a time when you experienced the Lord’s presence. How did the experience help you live your life?
Pray: Are you facing a tough time right now? Ask the Lord for courage, strength and wisdom.
Serve: How can you help someone see the “big picture” as they work through their challenges?
Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of Lent
This week the Gospel of Matthew shows the transfiguration of Jesus. Having brought Peter, James and John up the mountain, the Lord is revealed in his heavenly glory – surrounded by Moses and Elijah – as the Father’s voice booms out: “This is my beloved Son, listen to him!”
For a brief moment the disciples see Jesus as he stands in Heaven. Together with great figures from salvation history, Jesus displays the power and authority he has as the Son of God. It is inspirational, terrifying, awesome and mighty.
It’s also very brief.
The moment fades, and the fear experienced by the disciples passes away as the Lord tells them not to be afraid, but rather to tell no one of the vision until after the Son of Man has been raised from the dead.
There are times in life when we face tremendous obstacles, challenges that test us to the extreme. In the midst of difficulty we sometimes get a short reprieve – a moment where we can pause, step back, and see the big picture – so that we can keep our perspective and understand why we do what we do.
The transfiguration is one of those short pauses where the three disciples gain an insight into who Jesus is and what he must accomplish. As we engage the struggles of our lives, may we experience moments of God’s presence, empowering us to keep going in the face of adversity.
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This presentation was given at St. Pius X Catholic Church in Solon Springs on March 6, 2017. It is the first part of a presentation on discipleship, focusing on repentance and ongoing conversion. (45 Minutes)
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Mass Readings – 1st Sunday of Lent
Temptation is a part of life, and the fall of Adam & Eve remind us that we encounter temptations each day as a result of sin. We have hope, however, for the triumph of Jesus over the temptations of Satan inspires us to return to the Lord when we fail and seek the grace we need to flourish.
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Mass Readings – Saturday after Ash Wednesday
Jesus calls the tax collector Levi, with the simple invitation “follow me.” His life is transformed, and we know him today as St. Matthew; may our lives be transformed as well…every time we say yes to Christ and invite others to meet the Lord.
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Mass Readings – Friday after Ash Wednesday
Both Isaiah and Jesus speak about fasting. May this powerful discipline help us to draw near to the Lord and one another.
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Mass Readings – Thursday after Ash Wednesday
The Lord invites us to follow Him and take up our Cross as we crucify selfishness and sin. As we repent and embrace the Good News, may we draw strength from the one who offers us the wisdom and direction to find our way.
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As we embark on this season of Lent we hear the words as we receive our ashes: “Repent, and believe in the Gospel.” May we turn away from sin and look to Christ for the grace we need each day.
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Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 8th Week of the Year
Peter’s words to Jesus, “Lord we have given up everything and followed you” remind us of the true cost of discipleship; for when we put the Lord first and at the center of our lives, everything else falls into its proper place.
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