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Mass Readings – Friday of the 34th Week of the Year
We acknowledge that at the end of time there will be a final judgment – where our lives will be examined and we will either be saved or damned in the light of our relationship with Jesus Christ.
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The Last Judgment, Michelangelo, 1536-1541, Sistine Chapel, Vatican.
Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast
Mass Readings – Thanksgiving Day
Today as a country we practice what our faith in Christ commands: to be thankful for all that God has given us. Let’s count our blessings and be grateful for what we have. May we all thank the Lord for the gift of life and the chance to let the love of Jesus flow through our hearts. Happy Thanksgiving!
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Note: This picture of Msgr. Ed Meulemans and I was taken in July 2015. He is a great friend and mentor…and I am thankful for his presence in my life!
Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 34th Week of the Year
The Scriptures today make it clear that life will have its share of difficulties and challenges. Yet as we we face our trials we look to the triumph of Christ for our inspiration to keep going when life is tough and persevere on the path that leads to heaven.
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Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 34th Week of the Year (The feast of St. Cecilia)
The Lord reminds us not to be afraid of the uncertainty of life; rather, we embrace our faith and live with God’s grace and power…making the most of each and every day.
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Mass Readings – Saturday of the 33rd Week of the Year
Christ speaks to the question of the resurrection of the dead and reminds us that we are called to eternal life.
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If schedules and flights go as planned, my group of pilgrims should make it safely back home today. The beauty of Italy and the opportunity of the Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy have touched our hearts and helped us draw close to the Lord and one another.
Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast
Mass Readings – Friday of the 33rd Week of the Year
The Lord drives out of the temple area those who are selling things, reminding us to cleanse our hearts – driving out what does not belong.
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Cleansing of the Temple, Carl Heinreich Bloch, 1874.
Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast
Mass Readings – St. Elizabeth of Hungary
In the Gospel we find the Lord as he weeps over the city of Jerusalem. May the compassion of Christ touch our hearts, especially when we have sinned, and draw us back into his merciful love.
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Photo Credit: Jesus of Nazareth, 1977.
Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 33rd Week of the Year
In the Gospel parable Christ reminds us that we are called to use our gifts wisely and well, for one day we will be asked how we put them into practice.
Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 33rd Week of the Year
“I stand at the door and knock.” As Christ comes to our hearts, he gently invites us to respond. May we open our hearts and allow his grace to touch and bless our lives.
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The Light of the World, William Holman Hunt, 1851-1856, Manchester City Art Gallery, England.
Mass Readings – 33rd Sunday of the Year
The Gospel today reminds us that when tough times happen in our lives we:
While it is not always easy to do, we know that the Lord will help us face our difficult moments with a power that is greater than our own.
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