Upon his arrival in Ephesus, Paul encounters disciples who had not yet received the Holy Spirit until he prays over them.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 7th Week of Easter
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Category Archives: Easter
Daily Mass: The Holy Spirit comes to disciples in Ephesus. Catholic Inspiration
Study, Pray, Serve: Pentecost
There are LOTS of options for the Mass Readings for Pentecost, including the Vigil Mass and the Mass During the Day. Here is a short summary:
VIGIL MASS
1st Reading Options
- Genesis 11:1-9 – The Tower of Babel
- Exodus 19:3-8,16-20b – Moses encounters God on Mount Sinai
- Ezekiel 37:1-14 – Ezekiel prophesizes over the dry bones
- Joel 3:1-5 – God will pour out the Spirit upon all creation
Psalm Options
- Psalm 33 – “Blessed the people the Lord has chosen to be his own.”
- Daniel 3:52-56 – “Glory and praise forever!”
- Psalm 19 – “Lord you have the words of everlasting life.”
- Psalm 107 – “Give thanks to the Lord; his love is everlasting.”
- Psalm 104 – “Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth.”
2nd Reading – Romans 8:22-27 – The Spirit comes to the aid of our weakness
Gospel – John 7:37-39 – Jesus refers to the Spirit
MASS DURING THE DAY
1st Reading – Acts 2:1-11 – The Spirit comes upon the Apostles
Psalm 104 – Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth.”
2nd Reading Options
- 1st Corinthians 12:3b-7,12-13 – There are different gifts, but the same Spirit
- Romans 8:8-17 – The Spirit of God dwells in you
Gospel Options
- John 20:19-23 – The disciples receive the Holy Spirit from Jesus
- John 14:15-16,23b-26 – The Father will send the Holy Spirit
Mass Readings – Mass During the Day
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The Ascension of the Lord. Catholic Inspiration
The Ascension of the Lord empowers us to face the transitions and changes of life with the conviction that God’s grace strengthens us in times of upheaval.
Mass Readings – The Ascension of the Lord
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Daily Mass: Apollos learns and teaches about Jesus. Catholic Inspiration
Apollos is a disciple who eloquently shares his knowledge of the Lord and demonstrates an openness to learning and instruction. May his example inspire us to continue to grow in our faith!
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 6th Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: Paul faces opposition in Corinth. Catholic Inspiration
Paul is informed in a vision to not be afraid, and he continues to preach the Gospel in the presence of opposition in Corinth.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 6th Week of Easter
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St. Augustine of Canterbury, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Paul preaches in Corinth. Catholic Inspiration
Paul arrives in Corinth and begins to experience both persecution and success as he proclaims that Jesus is Lord.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 6th Week of Easter
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St. Philip Neri, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Paul’s efforts in Athens. Catholic Inspiration
Athens was a cosmopolitan, sophisticated, intellectual powerhouse in the ancient world. Paul’s failure here reminds us that sometimes our best efforts do not guarantee success.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 6th Week of Easter
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Saints Bede, Gregory VII and Mary Magdalene de’ Pazzi, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Paul’s suffering and success in Philippi. Catholic Inspiration
Paul is beaten and imprisoned for preaching the Good News. Yet through an earthquake and a moment of grace he converts an entire household to faith in Christ.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 6th Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: Paul preaches in Philippi. Catholic Inspiration
Guided by the Holy Spirit, Paul begins his missionary effort in Macedonia as he preaches in Philippi.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 6th Week of Easter
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Study, Pray, Serve: The Ascension of the Lord
Here are some of the main themes we see in the readings for the Ascension of the Lord.
1st Reading – Acts of the Apostles 1:1-11
- Luke transitions from his Gospel to the account of the Apostles.
- Jesus is taken up into heaven, assuring his followers that they will receive the Holy Spirit.
Psalm – 47:2-3,6-9
- “God mounts his throne to shouts of joy: a blare of trumpets for the Lord.”
- The Lord reveals his power and glory as all people praise God’s might.
2nd Reading – Ephesians 1:17-23 (option #1)
- The Lord offers a Spirit of wisdom and revelation that enlightens his followers.
- Christ’s has been raised in glory and is seated in the heavens with dominion over all creation.
2nd Reading – Hebrews 9:24-28; 10:19-23 (option #2)
- Christ is the great high priest who offers his once-for-all sacrifice.
- We have confidence and hope to approach the Lord, trusting in his mercy.
Gospel – Luke 24:46-53
- Jesus explains how his death and resurrection would be preached to the nations.
- The Lord blesses his disciples and ascends into heaven.
Mass Readings – The Ascension of the Lord
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- Study, Pray, Serve: 5th Sunday of Lent
- "Carry Your Cross" Parish Mission: 3rd Night - Offering our lives for the Lord
- 4th Sunday of Lent: We call upon the Lord to see clearly in our lives
- "Carry Your Cross" Parish Mission: 2nd Night - Our response to Satan's obstacles
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