
Jesus uses a fig tree as an example of paying attention to the changes around us. This is true for what we see in nature and discover in our hearts.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 34th Week of the Year
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Jesus uses a fig tree as an example of paying attention to the changes around us. This is true for what we see in nature and discover in our hearts.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 34th Week of the Year
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There are some options for the readings today, but a common theme is appropriate: What are you thankful for today? Start with God…and keep going!
Mass Readings – Thanksgiving Day
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St. Catherine of Alexandria…pray for us!

The spiritual life is not easy, and the Gospel of Luke today makes it clear that perseverance is a crucial component in the life of faith. Hang in there!
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 34th Week of the Year
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St. Andrew Dung-Lac…pray for us!

The response today (taken from the Book of Daniel) reveals all creation giving praise to God. How will we echo this refrain in our lives today?
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 34th Week of the Year
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Blessed Miguel Agustin Pro, St. Clement I and St. Columban…pray for us!

Jesus comments on the humble yet extravagant offering of the poor widow. She gives all that she has…and inspires us to consider how we will offer our lives for the Lord today.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 34th Week of the Year
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St. Cecilia…pray for us!

Jesus responds to a question about life after death. May these words help us to prepare our lives here on earth so that we will be ready to enter into Heaven.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 33rd Week of the Year
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As Jesus cleanses the Temple in Jerusalem, we are reminded to give careful scrutiny to the state of our souls…cleansing our hearts of anything that is unworthy of Heaven.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 33rd Week of the Year
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As Jesus weeps over the city of Jerusalem, we discern the compassion and tenderness that the Lord has for all who suffer.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 33rd Week of the Year
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St. Rose Philippine Duchesne…pray for us!

Jesus tells a sobering parable on the road to Jerusalem and reveals the opportunity we have to accept the gift of our faith and live it every day.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 33rd Week of the Year
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St. Elizabeth of Hungary…pray for us!

The effort that Zacchaeus put into seeing and meeting Jesus inspires us to consider the care and attention that we put into being with the Lord.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 33rd Week of the Year
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St. Margaret of Scotland and St. Gertrude…pray for us!