The compassion of Christ is revealed as he takes pity on a leper and wills his miraculous healing.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 1st Week of the Year (#308)
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Category Archives: Ordinary Time
Daily Mass: Our prayer life drives our action in the world. Catholic Inspiration
The intensity of the earthly ministry of Jesus is guided by his focused and intentional prayer.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 1st Week of the Year (#307)
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Daily Mass: The teaching and authority of Jesus. Catholic Inspiration
The authority of Jesus is revealed through his teaching and ability to drive out demons.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 1st Week of the Year (#306)
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St. Hilary, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Christ calls us to follow him. Catholic Inspiration
The Lord continues the message of John the Baptist to repent, and then he begins to call the first disciples: Peter, Andrew, James and John.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 1st Week of the Year (#305)
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Study, Pray, Serve: 2nd Sunday of the Year
Let’s explore some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 2nd Sunday of the Year.
1st. Reading – Isaiah 49:3,5-6
- The people are brought back and gathered together, made glorious by God’s strength.
- They shall be a light to the nations, so that God’s salvation may reach to the ends of the earth.
Psalm – 40:2,4,7-10
- “Here am I, Lord; I come to do your will.”
- We wait for the Lord, who strengthens us to offer our lives in service.
2nd Reading – 1st Corinthians 1:1-3
- Paul introduces his letter stating that he is an apostle of Christ.
- He greets the people in the grace and peace of the Lord Jesus.
Gospel – John 1:29-34
- John the Baptist sees Jesus and says, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world.”
- John testifies that he has seen the Spirit come down like a dove from heaven upon the Lord.
Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of the Year (64)
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Daily Mass: The Lord offers sound spiritual guidance. Catholic Inspiration
Jesus urges his disciples to avoid certain temptations and pray for the strength to remain vigilant in tough times.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 34th Week of the Year (#508)
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Daily Mass: We see and respond to the signs of the times. Catholic Inspiration
Using an example from nature, Jesus exhorts his disciples to see clearly the signs of the times and respond with faithfulness to God.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 34th Week of the Year (#507)
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Thanksgiving Day!
On this Thanksgiving Day we pause to count our blessings and direct our gratitude toward God, others, and the simple joys that enrich our daily lives.
Mass Readings – Thanksgiving Day (#943-947)
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Daily Mass: We turn to the Lord when times are tough. Catholic Inspiration
The Lord makes it clear that there will be tough times in our spiritual lives, reminding us to lean into our faith when the going gets rough.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 34th Week of the Year (#505)
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Daily Mass: God is our strength in a changing world. Catholic Inspiration
The Book of Daniel and the Gospel of Luke both reveal the changing aspects of life, inviting us to turn to the Lord for strength and guidance.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 34th Week of the Year (#504)
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St. Catherine of Alexandria, pray for us!
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