We claim Jesus Christ as King of the Universe, and this title establishes his reign over our hearts. Yet this king does not come to be served; rather he offers his life that all the inhabitants of his kingdom might have the hope of eternal life. Our response? Let us pledge our lives to our King!
Mass Readings – The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the King of the Universe
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Let’s take a look at some of the main themes from the readings for the Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the King of the Universe.
1st Reading – Daniel 7:13-14
Psalm – 93:1-2,5
2nd Reading – Revelation 1:5-8
Gospel – John 18:33b-37
Mass Readings – The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the King of the Universe
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On this Feast of the Lateran Basilica – the Cathedral of Rome – we look to St. Paul’s First Letter to the Corinthians for inspiration. As we honor the building that signifies the universal Church, we reaffirm our daily commitment to cleansing the temple of our hearts.
Mass Readings – Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome
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Holy Mother Church…pray for us!
Today we remember all our beloved dead and we entrust them to the tender care of Christ’s divine mercy. Living and deceased, we are all held in the hands of God, and we pray for the repose of the souls of those who have passed from this life…that they will be united in love with the Lord in Heaven.
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Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord. 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. Amen.
On the Solemnity of All Saints we look to the example of those holy men and women who have embraced their faith in Jesus Christ to face their struggles and sins. May their example inspire us to honestly assess the state of our souls and trust in the Lord today!
Mass Readings – Solemnity of All Saints
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All you Saints of God…pray for us!
On this feast of saints Simon and Jude, we acknowledge the generations of faithful who have given witness to Jesus Christ. May their example inspire us to live for the Lord today!
Mass Readings – Feast of Saints Simon and Jude, Apostles
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St. Simon & St. Jude…pray for us!
The Gospel of Luke reveals several insights regarding how we proclaim the Good News: we do it together; we go with the Christ’s blessing; we carry out the Lord’s task and let people make their own choice.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Luke, Evangelist
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St. Luke…pray for us!
They have been appointed by God to guard and guide us through our lives and lead us to the next. May we call upon our Guardian Angels to help us each and every day!
Mass Readings – Memorial of the Holy Guardian Angels
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Holy Guardian Angels…pray for us!
The feast of the Archangels reminds us that we are not alone in the spiritual fight. They praise God constantly and assist us in our need. May we call upon the angels when times are tough!
Mass Readings – Feast of the Archangels Michael, Gabriel and Raphael
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Archangels Michael, Gabriel and Raphael…pray for us!
The sorrow of Mary as she stood faithfully before the Cross of Christ helps us to engage our grief. When we acknowledge our sorrows, we call upon the saving strength of Jesus to pass through our pain into healing joy.
Mass Readings – Our Lady of Sorrows
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Our Lady of Sorrows…pray for us!
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