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Let’s examine some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 4th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Deuteronomy 18:15-20
God will raise up a prophet after Moses for the people; if anyone does not not listen to him, the Lord will make him answer for it.
If someone presumes to speak as a prophet in God’s name with a message not from God, he will die.
Psalm – 95:1-2,6-9
“If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts.”
We joyfully draw near to the Lord in worship with thanksgiving.
2nd Reading – 1st Corinthians 7:32-35
Paul encourages the people to be free from anxieties and things of the world.
Paul’s intention is to encourage our lives to serve the Lord without distraction.
Gospel – Mark 1:21-28
While teaching at the synagogue at Capernaum, Jesus rebukes an unclean spirit and orders it come out of the afflicted man.
Those present are amazed at the authority of the Lord, where even evil spirits obey Jesus.
Mass Readings – 4th Sunday of the Year (B, #71)
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Jesus authorizes the Twelve to carry out his ministry, revealing how the Lord works through people to proclaim the Kingdom of Heaven here on earth.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 1st Week of Advent (#180)
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St. Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin, pray for us!
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Isaiah offers a prophecy that we interpret through the person of Jesus Christ, discovering God’s wisdom, authority, peace, and invitation to all people.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 1st Week of Advent (#176)
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A centurion approaches Jesus with a request and demonstrates his faith in the Lord’s healing power.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 1st Week of Advent (#175)
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St. John Damascene, pray for us!
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A Roman centurion accepts the authority of Jesus to heal his slave, revealing his profound faith in Christ.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 24th Week of the Year
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Jesus casts out a demon in the synagogue in Capernaum, revealing his power and authority as the Holy One of God.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 22nd Week of the Year
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Let’s explore some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 21st Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Isaiah 22:19-23
Shebna, master of the palace, will be cast out of office.
Eliakim, a servant of God, will be clothed with Shebna’s authority and given the key of the House of David to open and shut.
Psalm – 138:1-3,6,8
“Lord, your love is eternal; do not forsake the work of your hands.”
In the sight of the angels we give thanks and sing praise to God who endures forever.
2nd Reading – Romans 11:33-36
God’s wisdom and knowledge are deep riches that cannot be repaid.
God’s judgments are inscrutable; glory to God forever!
Gospel – Matthew 16:13-20
Peter tells Jesus that he is “the Christ, the Son of the living God.”
Jesus affirms that this insight is a gift from God, and he shows how Peter is the “rock” upon which the Lord will build the Church.
Peter is entrusted with the authority of the keys to the kingdom of heaven to bind and loose in heaven and on earth.
Mass Readings – 21st Sunday of the Year
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Seeing the crowds, the Lord shows compassion and pity for their needs. Summoning the Twelve, he gives them authority and sends them on mission. The point? These words apply to us as well!
Mass Readings – 11th Sunday of the Year
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Jesus reveals his authority in Capernaum through his teaching and ability to drive out demons. May we pledge our allegiance to Christ and submit to his rule of our hearts.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 1st Week of the Year
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Photo by S Migaj on Pexels.com Here are some of the main themes for the readings for the 25th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Amos 8:4-7
The prophet Amos lists a number of ways that the needy have been harmed.
The Lord will not forget the evil that people have done to those in need.
Psalm – 113:1-2,4-8
“Praise the Lord who lifts up the poor.”
The Lord, who is enthroned on high, raises the lowly.
2nd Reading – 1st Timothy 2:1-8
Prayers and supplications are offered for those who are in authority.
There is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, Jesus Christ.
Gospel – Luke 16:1-13
Jesus offers a parable of a dishonest steward who shows initiative.
The Lord offers a principle: those who are trustworthy in small matters will be trustworthy in great ones.
Mass Readings – 25th Sunday of the Year
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Three Great Things 