Category Archives: Feasts & Solemnities
As the disciples become indignant over the request from the mother of James and John, the Lord uses the opportunity as a teachable moment…showing how his disciples are called to serve one another.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. James, Apostle
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St. James the Apostle, pray for us!
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Mary Magdalene is the first disciple to meet the Risen Lord, and she is empowered by Christ to proclaim the resurrection to the Apostles.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Mary Magdalene
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St. Mary Magdalene, pray for us!
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They are two of the brightest lights in the communion of Saints, yet these very sinful, fallible men can inspire us to follow their example as we turn away from our past sins and embrace a future guided by the grace of Jesus Christ.
Mass Readings – Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul
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St. Peter & St. Paul, pray for us!
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The feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary offers us an opportunity to reflect on the extreme range of emotions she encountered, particularly sorrow. The Blessed Mother had many experiences to ponder in her heart; may her intercession lead us to the Cross of her Son.
Mass Readings – Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary
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Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us!
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The Sacred Heart of Jesus beats with a shepherd’s love. For while we were still sinners, Christ died for us; and like the shepherd who leaves the 99 other sheep, the Lord looks for us when we stray.
Mass Readings – Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
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On this feast of Corpus Christi, we gratefully acknowledge the sacrament that Jesus defines and commands us to receive. May this precious gift of the Real Presence strengthen us for our work on earth and guide us safely to Heaven.
Mass Readings – The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
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Here are some of the central themes that we find in the readings for the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ.
1st Reading – Genesis 14:18-20
Melchizedek the king of Salem offers a blessing to Abram along with a gift of bread and wine. Abram gives a tenth of his possessions to the king. Psalm – 110:1-4
“You are a priest forever, in the line of Melchizedek.” The Lord reveals his power and appoints his priest. 2nd Reading – 1st Corinthians 11:23-26
Paul recounts the Last Supper to the people at Corinth as it was told to him. Whenever we eat this bread and drink this cup we proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes. Gospel – Luke 9:11b-17
After teaching and healing the crowd, Jesus feeds the 5000. The words – Take, Bless, Break, Give – are identical to the format of the Last Supper. Mass Readings – The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
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Jesus refers to the Trinity in John’s Gospel, pointing out that we are “works in progress” who are growing in our discipleship and communion with one another.
Mass Readings – The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
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From the Cross, Jesus entrusts his mother into the care of his beloved disciple. His words to John are also directed to us as we recognize Mary as our mother and Mother of the Church.
Mass Readings – The Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church
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Holy Mary, Mother of the Church, pray for us!
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Let’s explore some of the themes that surface in the readings for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity.
1st Reading – Proverbs 8:22-31
From the beginning, God’s wisdom was present and prior to all creation. God delights in creation, including the human race. Psalm – 8:4-9
“O Lord, our God, how wonderful your name in all the earth!” God’s awesome creation calls forth wonder and awe from his creatures. 2nd Reading – Romans 5:1-5
We have peace with God through Jesus Christ, in whom we place our hope. We face our trials with the grace and help of the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Gospel – John 16:12-15
Jesus promises his disciples that they will be given the Spirit of truth as their guide. The Spirit will affirm all that Jesus has said and taught. Mass Readings – Most Holy Trinity
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Catholic Inspiration – Podcast Archives of Homilies & Talks
Three Great Things 