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Let’s examine some of the themes we find in the Mass readings for the 25th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Wisdom 2:12,17-20
The just person is beset by the wicked, who threaten revilement and torture to test for patience and gentleness.
The wicked will condemn the just person to death, to see if God will offer care and protection.
Psalm – 54:3-8
“The Lord upholds my life.”
In the face of oppression and attack, we call upon the Lord for help and defense.
2nd Reading – James 3:16-4:3
War and conflict arises from the passions and desires within us.
Wisdom and peace arise from what is above, fostering virtue and fruitfulness.
Gospel – Mark 9:30-37
Jesus offers the second prophecy of his passion.
After hearing how the disciples were arguing about who was the greatest, Jesus places a child in their midst and speaks about becoming the servant of all.
Mass Readings – 25th Sunday of the Year (B, #134)
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This Day of Reflection was given at St. Louis Catholic Church in Washburn, Wisconsin on September 14, 2024. It includes three presentations:
An overview about Marriage and the crucial role of Forgiveness.
The homily from the Mass on the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, with a focus on love and sacrifice.
A reflection on how to renew and strengthen Marriage throughout life.
Presentation #1 – Overview about marriage and the crucial role of forgiveness
Presentation #2 – Homily from the Gospel of John 3:13-17
Presentation #3 – Reflection about how to renew and strengthen marriage throughout life
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After teaching about his suffering and death, Jesus rebukes Peter and makes it clear that if we want to follow Christ we are going to have to carry a cross.
Mass Readings – 24th Sunday of the Year (B, #131)
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We honor the Cross of Christ which reveals an awesome truth, that “God so loved the world that he gave his only son, that everyone who believes in him might not perish but might have eternal life.”
Mass Readings – Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
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We adore you, O Christ, and we praise you.
Because by your Holy Cross you have redeemed the world.
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Teaching his disciples, Jesus makes it clear that we must first confront the blindness in our lives before we seek to guide others in life.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 23rd Week of the Year (#441)
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St. John Chrysostom, pray for us!
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Jesus teaches his disciples to love, do good, bless, and pray…especially for one’s enemies.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 23rd Week of the Year (#440)
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Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us!
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Jesus offer four blessings and woes, inspiring us to understand our spiritual lives as they relate to the Cross of Christ.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 23rd Week of the Year (#439)
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After praying on the mountain through the night, Jesus chooses the Twelve from his disciples and reveals his power through healing the sick and casting out evil.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 23rd Week of the Year (#438)
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Jesus heals a man with a withered hand on the sabbath, reminding us to keep in perspective what is most crucial and essential when we make our choices in life.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 23rd Week of the Year (#437)
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St. Peter Claver, pray for us!
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Here are some of the main themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 24th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Isaiah 50:5-9a
The prophet endures physical abuse from others who reject his message.
God gives him strength and help; he is not disgraced and will not give up.
Psalm – 116:1-6,8-9
“I will walk before the Lord, in the land of the living.”
In our moments of distress and sorrow, we call upon the Lord who frees us from death.
2nd Reading – James 2:14-18
It is not enough to wish people well; we must do our part to care for them.
We demonstrate our faith in God by our works of charity for others.
Gospel – Mark 8:27-35
When asked by Jesus at Caesarea Philippi about his identity, Peter acknowledges that Jesus is the Christ.
After the Lord speaks about his passion and death on the cross, he chastises Peter for thinking “not as God does, but as human beings do.”
Mass Readings – 24th Sunday of the Year (B, #131)
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Three Great Things 