Jesus responds with wisdom and insight when questioned about his authority. As his disciples we call upon the Lord for the grace, power and authority we need to live our lives with the Holy Spirit in our hearts.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 8th Week of the Year
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The Lord exhorts the disciples to have faith in God. Sometimes that is easier to say than do! Yet as our trust in the Lord grows we discover that we are able to see our path in life and have the strength to continue along the way.
Mass Readings – Memorial of St. Justin Martyr
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In the exchange between Mary and Elizabeth the two women give praise and thanks to God for the blessings they have witnessed. May we take their example to heart and do the same in our lives each and every day.
Mass Readings – The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
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The Lord teaches the disciples that those who wish to be great must be the servant of all. This insight helps us to understand the Lord’s example on the Cross: as Jesus offers his life, so we are called to share the gift of our lives with one another.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 8th Week of the Year
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The Lord teaches that all of our relationships find their focus and balance when God comes first. Today we have the opportunity to evaluate our lives: is there anything that is keeping us from Christ?
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 8th Week of the Year
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The mystery of the Trinity – one God and three Persons – reveals the crucial role of communion in our spiritual lives. We can measure our discipleship in a powerful way by the depth of our communion with God and one another, and we can actively explore the opportunities that we receive and extend communion with the people in our lives.
Mass Readings – The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
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Jesus commands the disciples to let people bring their children to be blessed, and then teaches that we must be like children to enter into the Kingdom of God. May we run to the Lord with eager joy, even as we also do our part to help others encounter the love of Christ.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 7th Week of the Year
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Jesus speaks to the Pharisees and then afterward the disciples about the issue of divorce. As we strive to support and strengthen married couples may we reach out to those who are hurting from a divorce and help them rebuild their lives.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 7th Week of the Year
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Jesus teaches that there are real consequences for our actions, reminding us that even the smallest things can have eternal results.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 7th Week of the Year
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Jesus offers an important insight into how different groups can work together. When we put aside our ego and focus on the Lord’s mission we discover our ability to empower one another in the spirit and mission of Christ.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 7th Week of the Year
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