Christ calls the Twelve Apostles, who become the foundation of the faith we have received. May we continue to build upon the efforts of those who have gone before us, adding to the household of God and providing for those who will follow after.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Simon and St. Jude
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St. Simon and St. Jude, pray for us!
In the spiritual battle of life we equip ourselves with the protections provided by the armor of God. May we embrace these gifts and use them each and every day.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 30th Week of the Year
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The Lord offers stern advice that requires our strength and determination: strive to enter through the narrow gate!
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 30th Week of the Year
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Using the examples of a mustard seed and yeast, Jesus shows how the Kingdom of God begins small and develops over steady growth. May this teaching inspire us to cultivate each day a worthy and fruitful harvest of faith within our hearts.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 30th Week of the Year
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Psalm 1 amplifies the call of Ephesians to live a godly life, with the joy of children of the light and the strength of a tree planted by flowing water.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 30th Week of the Year
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St. Anthony Mary Claret, pray for us!
Here are some of the main themes for the readings of the 31st Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Wisdom 11:22-12:2
Psalm – 145:1-2,8-11,13-14
2nd Reading – 1 Thessalonians 1:11-2:2
Gospel – Luke 19:1-10
Mass Readings – 31st Sunday of the Year
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Despite obstacles, difficulties and abandonment, Timothy is assured that God remains close in our spiritual battles. May we run the race and keep the faith that we have received as we journey through this life to the next!
Mass Readings – 30th Sunday of the Year
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Jesus speaks of the crucial call to repent referring to both recent tragedies and a parable.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 29th Week of the Year
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St. John Paul II, pray for us!
The exhortation in Ephesians invites us to embrace the call of our life in Christ and live it in a truly exemplary manner.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 29th Week of the Year
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The response from Psalm 33 echoes the wonder and awe in our hearts as we acknowledge the beauty of creation. May our awareness of creation help us to discern the contrast of our sin, inspiring us to run to Christ for the grace we need.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 29th Week of the Year
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St. Paul of the Cross, pray for us!
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