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Daily Mass: United in heart and mind. Catholic Inspiration

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We are inspired to unite with one another as we observe the example of the Apostles, who were of one heart and mind.

Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 2nd Week of Easter

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Daily Mass: Sound advice for spiritual battle. Catholic Inspiration

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We take a break from the Acts of the Apostles and read from First Letter of Peter on this feast of St. Mark. What we find is some sound practical advice to help us in our spiritual battle.

Mass Readings – Feast of St. Mark, Evangelist

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St. Mark, pray for us!


Study, Pray, Serve: 3rd Sunday of Easter

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Here are some of the key themes that surface in the readings for the 3rd Sunday of Easter.

1st Reading – Acts 5:27-32,40b-41

  • The Apostles stand before the Sanhedrin, stating that they must obey God rather than men.
  • The Apostles rejoice that they were found worthy to suffer dishonor for the sake of the name of Jesus.

Psalm – 30:2,4-6,11-13

  • “I will praise you, Lord, for you have rescued me.”
  • God offers help in times of testing and trial.

2nd Reading – Revelation 5:11-14

  • John sees the heavenly host of angels praising the Lamb of God.
  • All present cry out, “Amen!” and worship the Lord.

Gospel – John 21:1-19

  • A group of disciples recognize the Risen Lord while fishing.
  • Peter responds three times to Jesus’ question, “Do you love me?”

Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of Easter

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2nd Sunday of Easter: God’s peace casts out doubt and fear. Catholic Inspiration

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The Risen Lord casts out doubt and fear with the gift of peace from the Holy Spirit.

Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of Easter

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Daily Mass: Staying strong in times of trial. Catholic Inspiration

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As the persecution of the Sanhedrin continues, Peter and John remain steadfast in their faith.

Mass Readings – Saturday in the Octave of Easter

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St. George, pray for us!


Daily Mass: Peter’s response to persecution. Catholic Inspiration

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Arrested and persecuted, Peter is filled with the Holy Spirit and preaches the Good News in front of the Sanhedrin.

Mass Readings – Friday in the Octave of Easter

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Daily Mass: Peter leads people to Jesus. Catholic Inspiration

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Having done a miracle through the name of Jesus, Peter then takes the opportunity to lead people to the Lord.

Mass Readings – Thursday in the Octave of Easter

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St. Anselm, pray for us!


Daily Mass: Peter heals in the name of Jesus. Catholic Inspiration

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Peter heals a crippled man in the name of Jesus, revealing the power of the Holy Spirit at work in our world.

Mass Readings – Wednesday in the Octave of Easter

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Daily Mass: St. Peter preaches repentance and baptism. Catholic Inspiration

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Peter continues to proclaim the Good News of Christ, calling the people to repentance and baptism.

Mass Readings – Tuesday in the Octave of Easter

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Daily Mass: The preaching of St. Peter. Catholic Inspiration

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Filled with the Holy Spirit, Peter boldly preaches the Good News of Jesus Christ.

Mass Readings – Monday in the Octave of Easter

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