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3rd Sunday of Advent: Christ restores our lives. Catholic Inspiration

Mosaic of Christ: Church of the Dormition, Jerusalem

Jesus references the prophet Isaiah in answer to the question “Are you the one who is to come?” and offers us a renewed sense of hope as we bring our shortcomings and weaknesses to the Lord.

Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of Advent

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Daily Mass: Recognizing the Lord in our lives. Catholic Inspiration

God often works in ways that we do not recognize in the moment, but only later after time and reflection allow the experience to sink in. May our eyes be open to see the Lord at work in our world today!

Mass Readings – Saturday of the 2nd Week of Advent

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PS – Do you see the Cross in the shaft of light? This was a picture a parishioner of mine took years ago…


Daily Mass: The Lord teaches us. Catholic Inspiration

The prophet Isaiah and the Psalmist show how the Lord teaches us, offering light so that we can see our path and find our way through this life.

Mass Readings – Friday of the 2nd Week of Advent

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Our Lady of Guadalupe. Catholic Inspiration

Mary’s appearance to Juan Diego in 1531 forever changed the faith of the local people in Mexico, and inspired the faith of millions throughout North and South America.

Mass Readings – Our Lady of Guadalupe

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Daily Mass: The Lord renews our strength. Catholic Inspiration

Both Isaiah and Jesus offer words of encouragement: God renews our strength when we are weary!

Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 2nd Week of Advent

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Daily Mass: A message of Hope. Catholic Inspiration

The readings today proclaim a message of hope – to strengthen, guide, and inspire our lives – because there are times in life where hope in God is what gets through the day.

Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 2nd Week of Advent

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The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Catholic Inspiration

Mary’s acceptance of her part in the plan of Salvation History inspires us to say “Yes!” to God’s invitation to work in our lives today.

Mass Readings – The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the BVM

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2nd Sunday of Advent: Repent and prepare for the Lord. Catholic Inspiration

John the Baptist speaks with fiery eloquence, urging the people to prepare for the one who will baptize with fire. In light of his words, may we take the opportunity today to honestly reflect on our lives and confess our sins in preparation for the coming of Christ.

Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of Advent

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Daily Mass: The compassion of Jesus inspires our service in the world. Catholic Inspiration

Seeing the crowds, the heart of Jesus was moved with pity for their many needs, and he responds by empowering his disciples to go forth in his name. Their example reveals the opportunity we have every day to serve our struggling brothers and sisters around us.

Mass Readings – Saturday of the 1st Week of Advent

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Daily Mass: Faith that leads to sight. Catholic Inspiration

As Jesus heals the two blind men, we see how the Lord recognizes and responds to their faith. May their example inspire our trust in Christ!

Mass Readings – Friday of the 1st Week of Advent

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