St. Matthias, one of the original disciples who was with Jesus from the beginning, is chosen to take the place vacated by Judas Iscariot.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Matthias, Apostle (#564)
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St. Matthias, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: The example of St. Matthias. Catholic Inspiration
Study, Pray, Serve: The Ascension of the Lord
Here are some of the main themes that we find on the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord.
1st Reading – Acts 1:1-11
- The prologue (v. 1-5) serves as a transition between the Gospel of Luke and Acts, and introduces the coming of the Holy Spirit.
- The Lord then ascends into the sky, having promised the disciples the power of the Holy Spirit.
Psalm – 47:2-3,6-9
- “God mounts his throne to shouts of joy: a blare of trumpets for the Lord.”
- All people rejoice and give praise to God, the Most High and great king, who reigns over all the nations.
2nd Reading – Ephesians 1:17-23
- Christ, seated in glory at the right hand of the Father in heaven, reigns over all creation.
- As his disciples, we pray for the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, that our hearts will be enlightened as we follow Christ.
Gospel – Matthew 28:16-20
- The Risen Lord greets the Eleven in Galilee; even though they have doubts, they worship Jesus.
- Christ gives them the Great Commission to make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Mass Readings – Ascension of the Lord (#58)
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Daily Mass: The Feast of St. Mark, evangelist. Catholic Inspiration
May the example of St. Mark inspire us to proclaim our faith through our words and actions.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Mark (#555)
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St. Mark, pray for us!
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Easter Sunday, the Resurrection of the Lord
THE LORD IS RISEN! HE IS RISEN, INDEED!
Mass Readings – Easter Sunday (#42)
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Holy Saturday at the Easter Vigil
On this holy night we join the Church around the world as we celebrate the triumph of Christ our Light!
Mass Readings – Holy Saturday at the Easter Vigil (#41)
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Christ our Light! Thanks be to God!
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Good Friday of the Lord’s Passion
As we hear the Passion of the Lord on this Good Friday, may we join our sufferings and sacrifices to the Cross of Christ.
Readings – Good Friday of the Lord’s Passion (#40)
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We adore you, O Christ, and we praise you. Because by your Holy Cross you have redeemed the world.
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Holy Thursday, the Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper
Our reception of the Body and Blood of Christ instituted at the Last Supper sustains us for service in the world for the glory of God.
Mass Readings – Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper (#39)
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Palm Sunday: The Passion reveals Christ’s humble, loving sacrifice. Catholic Inspiration
The Letter to the Philippians provides rich insight into the humble, loving sacrifice of the Lord’s Passion.
Mass Readings – Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion (#37/38)
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Study, Pray, Serve: Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion
Let’s examine some of the major themes that surface in our readings for Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion.
1st Reading – Isaiah 50:4-7
- This passage of the “Suffering Servant” is interpreted by the Church to apply directly to Jesus.
- Note how it is written in the first person, from the Lord’s perspective, and points to the agony of the Passion.
Psalm – 22: 8-9,17-20,23-24
- “My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?”
- This Psalm offers a prophecy that is fulfilled with the Passion of the Lord.
- I strongly suggest that we all read Psalm 22 repeatedly during Holy Week. For although it begins in anguish and suffering, it ends with a resounding praise of the glory of God.
2nd Reading – Philippians 2:6-11
- Jesus humbly “empties himself” and takes on our human form in order to die on the Cross for our sins.
- Because of this sacrifice, Jesus Christ is exalted above all creation, and we acknowledge him as Lord.
Gospel – Matthew 26:14-27:66
- This is the great drama of God’s love for us!
- Do yourself a favor and take time this week to slowly read and reflect on the Passion of our Lord. Seriously, just do it, and offer a prayer of gratitude for the sacrifice of Christ on the Cross.
Mass Readings – Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion (#38, A)
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Daily Mass: The example of St. Joseph, the spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Catholic Inspiration
St. Joseph reveals the depth of his character through his decisive action in response to carry out God’s will.
Mass Readings – Solemnity of St. Joseph (#543)
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St. Joseph, spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, pray for us!
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