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Here are some of the themes in the readings for the 28th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – 2nd Kings 5:14-17
Naaman, a foreigner from Syria, is cured of his leprosy after he carries out the command of Elisha to bathe seven times in the Jordan river.
Elisha will take no gift for this miracle, and Naaman now worships only the Lord.
Psalm – 98:1-4
“The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power.”
Rejoice, for all the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of God.
2nd Reading – 2nd Timothy 2:8-13
Paul contrasts the chains he wears with the power of the word of God, which is not chained.
We persevere in faith, trusting in the eternal glory and power of Christ, who remains faithful.
Gospel – Luke 17:11-19
Jesus cures ten lepers, one of whom is a foreigner…a Samaritan.
The foreigner alone gives praise to God and returns to thank Jesus.
Mass Readings – 28th Sunday of the Year
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Photo by Dhivakaran S on Pexels.com Both the example of the flame and the mustard seed reveal how little things become great through the steady application of attention over time. May these illustrations help us to keep our focus on our faith, especially in times of trouble.
Mass Readings – 27th Sunday of the Year
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The disciples rejoice over the power of the name of Jesus in the presence of evil, and the Lord gives praise to his Heavenly Father.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 26th Week of the Year
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St. Therese of the Child Jesus, pray for us!
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Jesus makes it clear that there will be consequences for the villages that failed to repent. This stern warning applies to us as well, inviting us all to turn away from our sins and return to the Lord.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 26th Week of the Year
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St. Jerome, pray for us!
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In the sight of the angels we carry out our spiritual battles, calling upon heaven for the grace and strength we need…singing God’s praises and following the Lord through this life to the next.
Mass Readings – Feast of the Archangels
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Holy Archangels of God, pray for us!
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Jesus interacts with three people on his way to Jerusalem, revealing to us what it means to follow the Lord with all our mind and heart.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 26th Week of the Year
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St. Wenceslaus and St. Lawrence Ruiz and Companions, pray for us!
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As the Lord faces hostility, he shows the disciples a way that transcends animosity and violence. May his example inspire us to fight fire with faith!
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 26th Week of the Year
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St. Vincent de Paul, pray for us!
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Jesus teaches the disciples that greatness in the Kingdom of God comes when we welcome the powerless and recognize the efforts of those who are different. In other words, we are a team who sees the value that all can contribute in a rich variety of ways.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 26th Week of the Year
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St. Cosmas and St. Damian, pray for us!
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Photo by Roman Pohorecki on Pexels.com Let’s examine some of the themes in the readings for the 27th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Habakkuk 1:2-3; 2:2-4
The prophet calls upon the Lord for help in the midst of suffering and misery.
God answers, stating that the fulfillment will come in its proper time.
One must have faith, the steadfast trust in God’s promises, in order to live.
Psalm – 95:1-2,6-9
“If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts.”
With enduring faith, we worship and acclaim the Lord our God.
2nd Reading – 2nd Timothy 1:6-8,13-14
We “stir into flame the gift of God” when we bear hardship for the Gospel.
The Holy Spirit will help us remain faithful.
Gospel – Luke 17:5-10
The Lord exhorts the Apostles to have faith like a mustard seed.
Faith is a normal response to our love for the Lord, and not an excuse for special rewards.
Mass Readings – 27th Sunday of the Year
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As Jesus tells the parable of the rich man and Lazarus, we discover that our faith has given us all the tools we need for our spiritual journey through this life to the next.
Mass Readings – 26th Sunday of the Year
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Three Great Things 