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Let’s take a look at some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 4th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Zephaniah 2:3; 3:12-13
Seek the Lord in justice and humility, observing the Lord’s laws.
The Lord will preserve a remnant who will remain faithful to God.
Psalm – 146:6-10
“Blessed are the poor in spirit; the kingdom of heaven is theirs!”
The Lord protects those in need, bringing healing, comfort, and hope.
2nd Reading – 1st Corinthians 1:26-31
God works through the weak and despised to shame the strong.
We boast only in God, who sustains us through Jesus Christ.
Gospel – Matthew 5:1-12a
The Beatitudes have given comfort and consolation to countless people.
This is the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount, a source of the great teaching of Jesus.
Mass Readings – 4th Sunday of the Year (#70)
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Moving to Capernaum at the start of his earthly ministry, Jesus fulfills the prophecy of Isaiah and inspires hope in our hearts as we embrace the light of Christ to shine in our lives.
Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of the Year (#67)
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Relatives of Jesus claim that he is “out of his mind” and remind us that as we live our faith we may face forces that seek to undermine our life in Christ.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 2nd Week of the Year (#316)
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St. Frances de Sales, pray for us!
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Jesus calls forth the twelve apostles by name and sends them out with specific work to do.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 2nd Week of the Year (#315)
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St. Vincent & St. Marianne Cope, pray for us!
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Jesus heals the desperate crowds, directing us to reflect on the need for his healing in our lives and relationships.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 2nd Week of the Year (#314)
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While healing a man with a withered hand, Jesus encounters the Pharisees and confronts the hardness of their hearts…reminding us to look at our own hearts as well.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 2nd Week of the Year (#313)
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St. Agnes, pray for us!
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Jesus teaches about the sabbath and offers us an insight into his true identity as Lord.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 2nd Week of the Year (#312)
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St. Fabian & St. Sebastian, pray for us!
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Jesus offers a couple of illustrations that help us understand that as we embrace a new life in Christ we turn away from old practices and embrace new changes in our lives.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 2nd Week of the Year (#311)
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Here are some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 3rd Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Isaiah 8:23-9:3
The Gentiles who walked in darkness have seen a great light.
The people have abundant joy, and the rod of their taskmasters has been broken.
Psalm – 27:1,4,13-14
“The Lord is my light and my salvation.”
The Lord’s strength gives us courage; we are no longer afraid.
2nd Reading – 1st Corinthians 1:10-13,17
Paul urges the people to be united in the same mind and the same purpose.
Christ is the source of our unity, and all our efforts give glory to him.
Gospel – Matthew 4:12-23
Jesus, preaching repentance, fulfills the words of Isaiah the prophet.
The Lord calls Peter and Andrew, then James and John to follow him.
Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of the Year (#67)
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John the Baptist points out Jesus to the crowds and declares, “Behold, the Lamb of God!”
Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of the Year (#64)
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Three Great Things 