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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The Lord confronts the bickering of the disciples with counter examples of selfless service and a little child. As we offer our lives for the Lord, may we do so with a sincere and genuine transparency.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 7th Week of the Year
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The Holy Spirit transforms the Lord’s disciples, empowering them in the face of adversity and uniting them in love. The same Spirit continues to work in our lives today, inviting us to call out for the help and guidance we need as we journey through this life.
Mass Readings – Extended Vigil
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Jesus reminds Peter in the Gospel of John to focus on his own particular path and not worry about anyone else. It’s a good lesson for us all as we concentrate our effort to carry out the unique tasks that each of us has received from the Lord.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 7th Week of Easter
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After the resurrection, Jesus asks Peter three times “Do you love me?” It’s a powerful reminder that God’s answer to human weakness and limitation is love…and our invitation is to offer our love to the Lord – regardless of our imperfections – with an open heart.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 7th Week of Easter
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Jesus speaks of our need to unite our hearts in love, and he offers the example of the Heavenly Father to inspire us. May God’s love empower each of us to look for ways that we can unite when we are confronted with division.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 7th Week of Easter
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