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Here are some of the central themes in the Mass readings for the 22nd Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Jeremiah 20:7-9
Jeremiah is duped by the Lord, who overwhelms the prophet with a message for the people which often causes him derision and reproach.
Even though Jeremiah attempts to avoid his calling, God’s word is burning within him, and he must cry out.
Psalm – 63:2-6,8-9
“My soul is thirsting for you, O Lord my God.”
Our soul sees God’s goodness, and we long to give praise and blessing to the Lord who upholds us.
2nd Reading – Romans 12:1-2
Paul urges us to offer our bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God.
Rather than conform to this age, we are called to be transformed by the renewal of our mind to the will of God.
Gospel – Matthew 16:21-27
Jesus speaks about his coming Passion, and then he rebukes Peter for attempting to avoid it.
The Lord then teaches that anyone who wishes to come after him must take up his cross and follow.
Mass Readings – 22nd Sunday of the Year (#124)
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Peter professes that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God…inviting us to make the same life-changing profession from our hearts.
Mass Readings – 21st Sunday of the Year (#121)
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Photo by Johannes Plenio on Pexels.com Jesus teaches his disciples that the path to greatness occurs through humble service, recognizing that it is the Lord who is at the center of our lives.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 20th Week of the Year (#424)
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Holy Mary, Queen of Heaven, pray for us!
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Jesus cites Deuteronomy 6:5 and Leviticus 19:18 to summarize the two greatest commandments: to love God and love your neighbor as yourself.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 20th Week of the Year (#423)
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St. Pius X, pray for us!
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Jesus offers a challenging parable that exhorts us to respond to God’s invitation, mindful that our choices will result in eternal consequences.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 20th Week of the Year (#422)
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St. Bernard, pray for us!
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Jesus offers a parable that promises us hope that there is still time to turn to the Lord and offer our lives in his service.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 20th Week of the Year (#421)
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St. John Eudes, pray for us!
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Jesus offers a sobering teaching about the obstacle that riches can become, keeping us from the path that leads to eternal life.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 20th Week of the Year (#420)
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Jesus meets a young man who is eager to gain eternal life, but walks away sad because he is hampered by his many possessions.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 20th Week of the Year (#419)
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Let’s explore some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 21st Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Isaiah 22:19-23
Shebna, master of the palace, will be cast out of office.
Eliakim, a servant of God, will be clothed with Shebna’s authority and given the key of the House of David to open and shut.
Psalm – 138:1-3,6,8
“Lord, your love is eternal; do not forsake the work of your hands.”
In the sight of the angels we give thanks and sing praise to God who endures forever.
2nd Reading – Romans 11:33-36
God’s wisdom and knowledge are deep riches that cannot be repaid.
God’s judgments are inscrutable; glory to God forever!
Gospel – Matthew 16:13-20
Peter tells Jesus that he is “the Christ, the Son of the living God.”
Jesus affirms that this insight is a gift from God, and he shows how Peter is the “rock” upon which the Lord will build the Church.
Peter is entrusted with the authority of the keys to the kingdom of heaven to bind and loose in heaven and on earth.
Mass Readings – 21st Sunday of the Year (#121)
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A Canaanite woman persists and does not quit in her desire to ask Jesus to heal her daughter.
Mass Readings – 20th Sunday of the Year (#118)
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Three Great Things 