Mary keeps the presence of God before her, reflecting in her heart about her Son, the savior of the world.
Mass Readings – Mary, Mother of God (#18)
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Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us!
Mary keeps the presence of God before her, reflecting in her heart about her Son, the savior of the world.
Mass Readings – Mary, Mother of God (#18)
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Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us!

Jesus points out that just as we pay attention to the changes in nature, we can also observe the changes in our hearts in order to be ready for the moment when our life on earth will end.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 34th Week of the Year (#507)
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The contrast between Luke’s Gospel and the Book of Revelation illustrates how we gain strength to persevere on earth by our knowledge of the glory of God’s triumph in Heaven.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 34th Week of the Year (#505)
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The Psalm response challenges us to keep the Lord’s judgment always before us, for one day we will stand before Christ our King.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 34th Week of the Year (#504)
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The example of the poor widow guides our reflection on both what unique gifts we have to offer and how great a sacrifice do we wish to make today.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 34th Week of the Year (#503)
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St. Catherine of Alexandria, pray for us!

Psalm 144 offers a rallying cry as we face our spiritual battles with the Lord’s help.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 33rd Week of the Year (#502)
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After weeping over the city of Jerusalem, the Lord drives out the sellers in the Temple area, reminding us that he also drives out the evil that lurks in our hearts.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 33rd Week of the Year (#501)
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St. Cecilia, pray for us!

Jesus gazes upon the city of Jerusalem, weeping as he foretells its suffering and destruction. It’s a poignant reminder that the Lord weeps over our pain, heartache, and sins…offering us an opportunity to repent and return to God’s grace.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 33rd Week of the Year (#500)
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Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us!

On his way to Jerusalem, the Lord reminds his disciples to offer their lives in full service to God and one another.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 33rd Week of the Year (#499)
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Zacchaeus responds to the invitation of Jesus and begins to make changes in his life that inspire us to open the door our hearts to the Lord every day.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 33rd Week of the Year (#498)
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