In response to the words of Nathan the prophet, King David acknowledges his sin before the Lord. His example can help us to fiercely face our most serious sins with a conviction in God’s grace.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 3rd Week of the Year
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At the height of his success and power, David commits a series of sins with painful consequences.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 3rd Week of the Year
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St. Thomas Aquinas, pray for us!
David gives praise and thanks to God for the blessings he has witnessed. It begs a question for each one of us: when was the last time I counted my blessings?
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 3rd Week of the Year
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St. Angela Merici, pray for us!
St. Paul relied on many people during his ministry, and today we recognize the work of Titus and Timothy. It’s a crucial reminder that we are stronger when united and working together.
Mass Readings – St. Timothy and St. Titus
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St. Timothy and St. Titus, pray for us!
Paul’s conversion from enemy to advocate of Christianity was made possible through the courage of Ananias, whose example inspires us to live our faith with boldness, conviction and trust.
Mass Readings – Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul
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St. Paul, pray for us!
David’s leadership, effort and strength is affirmed by the people who acknowledge him as king.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 3rd Week of the Year
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St. Francis de Sales, pray for us!
Let’s explore some of the themes that surface in the readings for the 4th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Jeremiah 1:4-5,17-19
Psalm – 71:1-6,15,17
2nd Reading – 1st Corinthians 12:31-13:13
Gospel – Luke 4:21-30
Mass Readings – 4th Sunday of the Year
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St. Paul uses the example of the body to teach unity in the midst of diversity. We all have something to offer…and we all have something to learn from those around us. May we work together – offering our best – to strengthen the Body of Christ.
Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of the Year
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David’s lament for Saul and Jonathan reveals the complex nature of our grief. Saul’s mix of good and bad qualities illustrate how we can mourn the loss of people that we meet in the messiness of life. In our own complicated moments of grief may we turn to the Lord and trust that Christ will untangle the knots.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 2nd Week of the Year
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While being hunted by Saul, David prevents his men from harming the king in a cave. His restraint offers us a powerful example of how we repay evil with good.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 2nd Week of the Year
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St. Agnes, pray for us!
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