The Lord extends a peace that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. May we draw near to Christ and allow his peace to flow through our hearts to one another.
Mass Readings – 6th Sunday of Easter
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Daily Mass: The Holy Spirit guides St. Paul. Catholic Inspiration
The Holy Spirit guides and directs the preaching of St. Paul among the people, leading him to Macedonia.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 5th Week of Easter
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St. Christopher Magallanes and Companions, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: The Apostles unite into action. Catholic Inspiration
Following their deliberations in Jerusalem, the Apostles send representatives with decisive news that will shape the course of the early Church.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 5th Week of Easter
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St. Bernardine of Sienna, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: The disciples discuss a crucial topic. Catholic Inspiration
The early Church gathers to listen and discuss the topic of circumcision, and their example offers us a powerful insight regarding how we engage hot topics with one another today.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 5th Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: The disciples confront a potential division. Catholic Inspiration
A discussion about circumcision sets the stage for a major debate among the early Church.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 5th Week of Easter
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St. John I, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Hardship is part of the journey of faith. Catholic Inspiration
Paul and Barnabas endure their share of hardship for the sake of the Gospel.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 5th Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: A case of mistaken identity. Catholic Inspiration
After performing a miracle, Paul and Barnabas are mistaken by the crowds as Hermes and Zeus! Their response shows the humility of their hearts and the zeal of their faith in Jesus.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 5th Week of Easter
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Study, Pray, Serve: 6th Sunday of Easter
Here are some of the themes we discover in the readings for the 6th Sunday of Easter.
1st Reading – Acts of the Apostles 15:1-2,22-29
- There is a conflict regarding whether a man must be circumcised to be a follower of Jesus Christ.
- The leaders in Jerusalem determine that circumcision is not required, thus allowing non-Jews to become Christians more easily.
Psalm – 67:2-3,5-6,8
- “O God, let all the nations praise you!”
- The people give praise to God who has pity and blesses them.
2nd Reading – Revelation 21:10-14,22-23
- Jerusalem is revealed as a radiant city polished with precious gems.
- There is no temple in the city, nor sun nor moon; God is the source of its glory and light.
Gospel – John 14:23-29
- The Father and the Son will dwell with those who out of love keep the word of Jesus.
- The Holy Spirit will come upon the disciples, offering them God’s peace.
Mass Readings – 6th Sunday of Easter
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Daily Mass: Paul preaches about Jesus. Catholic Inspiration
Building upon salvation history, Paul speaks about the death and resurrection of Jesus.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 4th Week of Easter
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Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Paul preaches a short recap of salvation history. Catholic Inspiration
Paul preaches in a synagogue, offering a short recap of salvation history. His example inspires us to know the key elements of our faith so we can share the Good News with others.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 4th Week of Easter
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Saints Nereus, Achilleus and Pancras, pray for us!
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