In this passage of Luke’s Gospel, Jesus focuses his time and attention in the Temple area. This “house of prayer” is a place of teaching, reflection, insight and communion with God and one another. Every time we step inside a church to pray we enter holy ground; may we frequently take time to encounter the Lord and grow as his sons and daughters.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 33rd Week of the Year
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Once a year as a nation we pause and give thanks for our blessings. It’s a great idea, and as disciples of Jesus Christ we pause everyday to thank the Lord with a grateful heart. What are you thankful for today? How can you share your blessings and be a light in the world?
Mass Readings – Thanksgiving Day Options
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Jesus offers a parable about servants who have been given resources by their master. The passage reminds us that we have all been blessed with opportunities to serve the Lord, and everyday we have a chance to act upon them.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 33rd Week of the Year (St. Cecilia)
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Jesus speaks to Zacchaeus and initiates a conversation that leads to a conversion of heart. We, too, are called to reach out to one another with the Good News of Christ…to seek and save what was lost.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 33rd Week of the Year (Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary)
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Mass Readings – 33rd Sunday of the Year
The Gospel reading makes it clear that all of us will be judged according to what we have been given in this life. Our invitation? To take stock of the gifts and talents we have and make something special for the glory of God.
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Mass Readings – Saturday of the 32nd Week of the Year
The Lord invites us to pray always and never become weary. May the blessings and burdens of each day be a part of our daily prayer, as we call upon the Lord for what we need.
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Mass Readings – Friday of the 32nd Week of the Year
Life happens. Sometimes we can get caught up in the cycle of our routine, only to find that everything can change in the blink of an eye. Jesus reminds his disciples that the Son of Man will appear when least expected – empowering us to live each day as if it is our last, taking nothing for granted as we keep our eyes fixed on the Lord.
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Mass Readings – Thursday of the 32nd Week of the Year
Jesus exhorts the disciples not to go looking for the Kingdom of God “here or there,” but recognize that in Him the Kingdom is already present. Our task? To live for Christ here on earth so that we are ready to greet him in Heaven.
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Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 32nd Week of the Year
10 lepers were healed by Jesus and delivered from their horrible illness by his divine power. Only one came back to say thanks – a foreigner – and his example inspires us to practice gratitude for the moments of grace we receive throughout our daily lives.
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Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 32nd Week of the Year
What does it mean to follow Jesus Christ? As his disciples we draw near to the one who has given us everything: life, redemption, eternal life and communion with God and one another. What’s more, we follow the Lord’s example – serving one another – as the primary mode by which share God’s gifts.
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