Category Archives: Ordinary Time
On this Memorial of the Passion of John the Baptist we hear about the terrible events that lead to his death. As we confront the forces of evil in our lives, we draw strength from the insight of St. Paul, who reminds us that in our weakness we rely on the power of God.
Mass Readings – Memorial of the Passion of St. John the Baptist
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St. John the Baptist, pray for us!
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Let’s take a look at some of the themes in the readings for the 23rd Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Wisdom 9:13-18b
Our limitations often prevent us from knowing what the Lord intends. God does, however, give us wisdom and the holy spirit to instruct us. Psalm – 90:3-6,12-17
“In every age, O Lord, you have been our refuge.” We recognize our limitations and we call upon the Lord for help. 2nd Reading – Philemon 1:9-10,12-17
Paul, now an old man, urges the proper care of Onesimus, a runaway slave. Gospel – Luke 14:25-33
Whoever does not carry his own cross and come after Jesus cannot be his disciple. We renounce the power of possessions in our lives as we follow the Lord. Mass Readings – 23rd Sunday of the Year
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Both the Book of Sirach and the Gospel of Luke emphasize the virtue of humility in our actions with God and one another as we confront it’s opposing vice, pride.
Mass Readings – 22nd Sunday of the Year
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St. Paul shows how God calls the weak, the lowly and those deemed foolish in the eyes of the world to stand with might before the powerful. Where do these humble people find their strength? In Jesus Christ!
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 21st Week of the Year
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St. Monica, pray for us!
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St. Paul proclaims the power of the Cross of Christ as the source of power and wisdom that comes to us from God.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 21st Week of the Year
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St. Paul begins his First Letter to the Corinthians with gratitude to God for the gift of their lives.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 21st Week of the Year
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St. Louis & St. Joseph Calasanz, pray for us!
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St. Paul continues his exhortation in the Second Letter to the Thessalonians, pointing out that deception comes from a number of different directions. Our task? Stand firm in our faith in the Lord Jesus!
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 21st Week of the Year
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St. Rose of Lima, pray for us!
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St. Paul acknowledges the endurance and faith in his 2nd Letter to the Thessalonians, reminding us that as we face the struggles of life we call upon the Lord for the strength we need.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 21st Week of the Year
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Holy Mary, Queen of Heaven, pray for us!
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Here are some of the key themes that surface in the readings for the 22nd Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Sirach 3:17-18,20,28-29
We find favor with God when we conduct our affairs with humility. Aware of our limitations, we cultivate wisdom and give alms. Psalm – 68:4-7,10-11
“God, in your goodness, you have made a home for the poor.” We rejoice in the Lord, who protects those in need. 2nd Reading – Hebrews 12:18-19,22-24a
We approach God in Mount Zion, surrounded by angels and the assembly of heaven. Jesus is the mediator of the new covenant, made possible through his blood. Gospel – Luke 14:1,7-14
Jesus uses the opportunity at a banquet to teach about humility and care for others. “Everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” Mass Readings – 22nd Sunday of the Year
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The Letter to the Hebrews exhorts us to be disciplined by the Lord, who out of love trains us for the spiritual battles of life. May we call upon Christ to see where discipline is lacking and put it into practice.
Mass Readings – 21st Sunday of the Year
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Catholic Inspiration – Podcast Archives of Homilies & Talks
Three Great Things 