On this memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows, we recall that Mary witnessed the events that St. Paul recaps in his First Letter to the Corinthians. May Mary’s faith inspire us to draw near to her Son!
Mass Readings – Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows
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At the Cross her station keeping,
Stood the mournful Mother weeping,
Close to Jesus to the last.
On this feast of the Holy Cross, we recall God’s unfathomable love for the world. May the cherished words of John’s Gospel inspire us to run to the Cross of Christ and receive his lavish grace of forgiveness, mercy and compassion.
Mass Readings – Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
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We adore you, O Christ, and we praise you. Because by your Holy Cross you have redeemed the world!
St. Paul uses the example of a single body composed of many parts to show how the Christian community is united through the diversity of many people working together. We all have a part to offer in our communion with Christ; the question is, will we bring our unique talents and gifts in service for all?
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 24th Week of the Year
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St. John Chrysostom, pray for us!
St. Paul admonishes the divisions within the Church at Corinth, citing the abuses that take place at the Lord’s Supper and how one should receive the Body and Blood of the Lord.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 24th Week of the Year
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Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us!
Here are some of the main themes for the readings for the 25th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Amos 8:4-7
Psalm – 113:1-2,4-8
2nd Reading – 1st Timothy 2:1-8
Gospel – Luke 16:1-13
Mass Readings – 25th Sunday of the Year
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Jesus speaks of repentance in these three parables of the Gospel of Luke, revealing God’s compassion and desire for our healing and restoration.
Mass Readings – 24th Sunday of the Year
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St. Paul warns the people of Corinth to avoid idolatry, noting the profound difference between receiving the Body and Blood of Christ as opposed to the sacrifices offered to demons.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 23rd Week of the Year
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St. Paul offers himself as an example, preaching the Gospel and training his body and soul with the same intensity as an athlete preparing for a great race. May we do the same, living for the Lord with conviction and drive.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 23rd Week of the Year
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St. Peter Claver, pray for us!
On this feast of the Birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we see how God worked through the Holy Family, and recognizing how the Lord works through our own.
Mass Readings – Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
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Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us!
St. Paul, convinced that the Lord’s return in imminent, urges the people to stay the course in their lives and relationships. His advice reminds us to cherish each day as the treasure it is: the precious gift of life.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 23rd Week of the Year
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