Daily Mass: Walking with Christ in the midst of conflict. Catholic Inspiration

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Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast

Mass Readings – Saturday of the 15th Week of the Year

Sometimes we discover conflict even when we do the right things for the right reasons…just like the Lord in the Gospel today.  In these moments we trust in God’s grace to face our difficulties with our faith in Jesus Christ.


Daily Mass: Desire mercy, not sacrifice. Catholic Inspiration

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Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast

Mass Readings – Friday of the 15th Week of the Year

Rules are meant to guide us, and we turn to the Lord for wisdom to use and interpret the rules we have by the light of Jesus Christ.


Daily Mass: Christ will give you rest. Catholic Inspiration

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Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast

Mass Readings – Thursday of the 15th Week of the Year

In our moments of labor and distraction the Lord invites us to draw near and rest.  May Christ’s peace touch our hearts and renew our lives.


Daily Mass: Like a child. Catholic Inspiration

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Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast

Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 15th Week of the Year

Jesus tells us in the Gospel of Matthew that God reveals what is hidden to the childlike.  May we recapture the simple and direct approach of children as we turn to the Lord to ask for what we need and trust in God’s guidance and direction.


Daily Mass: Repent! Catholic Inspiration

 

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Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast

Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 15th Week of the Year

Jesus admonishes the people in the cities where he performed some of his greatest miracles…because they did not repent of their sins and turn to God.  May we take this passage to heart as we seek the Lord’s forgiveness.


16th Sunday of the Year – Aware of God’s presence in every moment

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Study:  Consider a profound moment when you felt God’s presence.  What made this possible?

Pray:  Are you feeling drawn toward a certain activity or task?  Ask the Lord for guidance.

Serve:  What types of service do you find most rewarding?  How does helping others lead you to Christ?

Mass Readings – 16th Sunday of the Year

Here’s a quick overview of the readings this week:

  • 1st Reading – Abraham recognizes the Lord in the three visitors
  • Psalm – “who does justice will live in the presence of the Lord”
  • 2nd Reading – Through suffering we participate in the life of Christ
  • Gospel – Martha & Mary

One way to reflect on these verses is to see how the Lord meets us in the pattern of daily life.  Consider:

  1. Hospitality – serving others
  2. Justice – standing up for what is right, true, and good
  3. Suffering – caring for those in need, and bearing our own pain as well
  4. Listening – pausing from our labors to hear the Lord in our lives

We understand that our relationship with God touches multiple aspects of our lives, such as prayer, sacraments, relationships, work, and recreation.  The invitation today encourages us to see with our hearts how the Lord is present to us in the current moment.

Does it mean that we serve with a joyful heart?  That we swiftly respond to injustice?  That we compassionately care for others?  That we stop and “smell the roses” in moments of rest & renewal, beauty & blessing?  In all these ways we are led back to the Lord, recognizing the gifts God gives us with a grateful heart.

How is God present in your life right now?  May our response bring us closer to Christ and one another.


15th Sunday of the Year – Putting Love into Practice. Catholic Inspiration

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Fr. Andrew’s Homily Podcast

Mass Readings – 15th Sunday of the Year

Like the Good Samaritan in the Gospel of Luke, we are called to be neighbor to all who cross our path – sharing the Love that Christ offers us with one another.


Daily Mass: Do not be afraid! Catholic Inspiration

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Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast

Mass Readings – Saturday of the 14th Week of the Year

Jesus exhorts the disciples “Do not be afraid!” even when difficulties and challenges appear.  The Lord offers his grace and strength to all who ask; may we call upon Christ for whatever we need today.


Daily Mass: It’s gonna be hard. Catholic Inspiration

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Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast

Mass Readings – Friday of the 14th Week of the Year

Jesus lays it on the line in the Gospel of Matthew, that just as the disciples will be empowered to proclaim the Good News they will also face real opposition as well.  As we offer our lives for the Lord may we call upon the grace we need when times get tough.


Daily Mass: Proclaim the Good News. Catholic Inspiration

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Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast

Mass Readings – Thursday of the 14th Week of the Year

Jesus sends out the Twelve Apostles to proclaim that the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand.  Their message is accompanied by powerful works of healing as they trust in the Lord for grace and strength.  May we do the same in our lives today.