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Daily Mass: But as to what is within, give alms. Catholic Inspiration

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The Lord teaches about almsgiving as a powerful spiritual practice that cleanses our hearts and keeps us in right relationship with God.

Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 28th Week of the Year

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St. John XXIII, pray for us!


Daily Mass: We are given the sign of Jonah. Catholic Inspiration

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As the crowds draw near, Jesus reveals that the only sign to be given is that of Jonah…a call to repentance of sins and a change of heart.

Mass Readings – Monday of the 28th Week of the Year

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Study, Pray, Serve: 29th Sunday of the Year

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Let’s explore some of the themes in the readings for the 29th Sunday of the Year.

1st Reading – Exodus 17:8-13

  • Moses, supported by Aaron and Hur, prays during a battle.
  • With their physical help and God’s intervention, Israel was victorious.

Psalm – 121:1-8

  • “Our help is from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.”
  • Wherever we are in the world, God guards and guides us.

2nd Reading – 2nd Timothy 3:14-4:2

  • Persist and remain faithful to what we have learned and believed.
  • All Scripture is inspired by God and useful for daily life.

Gospel – Luke 18:1-8

  • The dishonest judge responds to the persistent efforts of a widow.
  • God will respond to our needs, but will the Son of Man find faith on earth?

Mass Readings – 29th Sunday of the Year

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28th Sunday of the Year: Gratitude is powerful spiritual medicine for the soul. Catholic Inspiration

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Cured by Jesus, a Samaritan leper returns and gives thanks, reminding us that gratitude is powerful spiritual medicine for the soul.

Mass Readings – 28th Sunday of the Year

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Daily Mass: Blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it. Catholic Inspiration

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Responding to a comment from the crowd, Jesus teaches about the path that leads to true blessings from God.

Mass Readings – Saturday of the 27th Week of the Year

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Daily Mass: Jesus drives out demons. Catholic Inspiration

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Jesus drives out a demon and then offers insight regarding our spiritual battle against evil.

Mass Reading – Friday of the 27th Week of the Year

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Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us!


Daily Mass: Prayerful persistence. Catholic Inspiration

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The Lord teaches the disciples of the crucial need to pray with persistence.

Mass Readings – Thursday of the 27th Week of the Year

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St. Bruno and St. Marie Rose Durocher, pray for us!


Daily Mass: The Lord’s Prayer offers the words we need. Catholic Inspiration

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Luke’s version of the Lord’s Prayer reveals the desire of Jesus to help his disciples find the right words in our daily lives.

Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 27th Week of the Year

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St. Faustina Kowalska and Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos, pray for us!


Daily Mass: Listening to the Lord. Catholic Inspiration

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Jesus responds to a stressed-out Martha and teaches us that those who pause to listen to him have chosen the better part.

Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 27th Week of the Year

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St. Francis of Assisi, pray for us!


Daily Mass: The Good Samaritan. Catholic Inspiration

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When asked, “Who is my neighbor?” Jesus responds with the parable of the Good Samaritan, inviting us to consider how we might go beyond the ordinary call of duty to put God’s love into practice.

Mass Readings – Monday of the 27th Week of the Year

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