Mary visits Elizabeth and both women experience a revelation about how God is present in their lives.
Mass Readings – Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
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Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us!
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The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. 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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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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Daily Mass: We stand on the spiritual shoulders of the Apostles. Catholic Inspiration
St. Paul recounts a quick recap of how Christ was present after his resurrection to the Apostles. May their example inspire us to continue to proclaim the Good News in our lives today.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Philip and St. James
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Daily Mass: Sound advice for spiritual battle. Catholic Inspiration
We take a break from the Acts of the Apostles and read from First Letter of Peter on this feast of St. Mark. What we find is some sound practical advice to help us in our spiritual battle.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Mark, Evangelist
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Easter Day
The joy of the resurrection of Jesus Christ transforms our hearts and overflows into our lives as we share the Good News. The Lord is risen! He is risen, indeed!
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Easter Vigil
On this holy night Christians around the world celebrate the great events of salvation history as we acknowledge our part in God’s great love story. May we embrace what we have been given and share it with one another!
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Good Friday
We recall the sacrifice of Christ on the Cross so that we never take for granted the Lord’s saving gift as we are inspired to grow in faith, hope and love.
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Holy Thursday
Our need for connection – with God and one another – is revealed on Holy Thursday as we celebrate the gifts of holy communion and service.
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