On this feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we recall that God chooses and blesses us to become holy as we draw near to the Lord and one another.
Mass Readings – Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary (#689)
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The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary: God chooses and blesses us to be holy. Catholic Inspiration
Daily Mass: We share the faith that we’ve received. Catholic Inspiration
Andrew’s response to the call of Christ reveals a cycle whereby the Good News has been preached to our very day. May it continue with our response to the Lord as well!
Mass Readings – Andrew, Apostle (#684)
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St. Andrew, pray for us!
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Thanksgiving Day
Gratitude is one of the best spiritual medicines that helps us foster what is true, good, beautiful, and holy in our lives. May we count our blessings today….and everyday!
Mass Readings – Thanksgiving Day (#943-947)
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Happy Thanksgiving!
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We offer our allegiance to Jesus Christ our King. Catholic Inspiration
We offer our allegiance to Jesus Christ, our Savior, Lord, and King by conforming our thoughts, words, and actions to his will.
Mass Readings – Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe (#161)
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Study, Pray, Serve: The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Let’s examine some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the King of the Universe.
1st Reading – Daniel 7:13-14
- Daniel has a vision where he sees the Son of man presented before the Ancient One.
- The Son of man receives dominion, glory, and kingship that is everlasting.
Psalm – 93:1-2,5
- “The Lord is king; he is robed in majesty.”
- The Lord’s kingship and throne are everlasting; he is robed in splendor and holiness.
2nd Reading – Revelation 1:5-8
- Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, is the firstborn of the dead and ruler of the kings of the earth.
- He is the Alpha and Omega, who comes in glory and power.
Gospel – John 18:33b-37
- When asked if he is a king by Pilate, Jesus says that his kingdom does not belong to this world.
- The Lord says that he has come to testify to the truth for those who will listen to his voice.
Mass Readings – Christ the King (B, #161)
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The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica. Catholic Inspiration
St. Paul’s First Letter to the Corinthian’s reminds us that each of us is a temple of the Holy Spirit of God, called to care for its proper building and maintenance.
Mass Readings – Dedication of the Lateran Basilica (#671)
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The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day)
On this day we pray for all our beloved dead, and keeping in mind the somber thought of mortality, we reflect on our lives and make whatever adjustments are necessary for the day the Lord calls us out of this world.
Mass Readings – Commemoration of All Faithful Departed (#668)
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Eternal rest, grant unto them O, Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
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The Solemnity of All Saints. Catholic Inspiration
The have gone before us through the struggles of life and have reached the gates of Heaven. From there they cheer us on until the day we join their ranks. All you saints of God, pray for us!
Mass Readings – The Solemnity of All Saints (#667)
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All you holy men and women, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: The Lord calls us each by name. Catholic Inspiration
The Lord calls the Twelve by name from all his disciples, reminding us that in every generation Christ continues to call people to follow him. May we accept his invitation with eager hearts!
Mass Readings – St. Simon and St. Jude, Apostles (#666)
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Daily Mass: St. Luke shows us how to lead and follow. Catholic Inspiration
St. Luke, the writer of his Gospel and the Acts of the Apostles, demonstrates how there are times in our lives when we are called to lead and other moments when we need to follow as we live our faith in the context of daily life.
Mass Readings – St. Luke, Evangelist (#661)
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St. Luke, pray for us!
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