Mass Readings – The feast of St. Matthew, Apostle and evangelist
Matthew accepts the call of Jesus and goes out bringing others to the Lord. May his example inspire us to do the same!
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Daily Mass: It’s all about action. Catholic Inspiration
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 23rd Week of the Year (Sts. Cornelius & Cyprian)
Through a series of illustrations Jesus points out that our faith is witnessed through our action. Our words can indicate the state of our hearts, but the actions we carry out reveal the depth of our conviction.
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Daily Mass: Christ is the Lord of the Sabbath. Catholic Inspiration
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 22nd Week of the Year (St. Peter Claver)
When confronted by the pharisees about his disciples violation of the Law, Jesus cites David and his own authority over the Sabbath. Recognizing Christ as the Lord of our lives, we are inspired to put Christ at the center of everything we do as we offer our lives for him.
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Photo Credit: Jesus of Nazareth, 1977.
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Daily Mass: A life of Choices and Consequences. Catholic Inspiration
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 14th Week of the Year
Our choices in a life of faith lead to consequences: Christ calls us to follow and fully offer our lives, yet we also have the freedom to walk away and ignore the offer. What will you do today?
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Daily Mass: The ministry of Jesus. Catholic Inspiration
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 14th Week of the Year
The Gospel of Matthew offers a snap shot of the ministry of the Lord and helps us to focus on how our lives can participate in the ongoing mission of Jesus Christ.
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Daily Mass: The call of Matthew. Catholic Inspiration
Mass Readings – Friday of the 13th Week of the Year
The call and response of St. Matthew in the Gospel today offers us a pattern of discipleship. As we draw near to Christ may we bring as many people with us as we can!
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The Calling of St. Matthew, Caravaggio, 1600, San Luigi dei Francesi, Rome.
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The Birth of John the Baptist. Catholic Inspiration
Mass Readings – The Nativity of St. John the Baptist
As the herald of Jesus, John directs people to prepare for the coming of the messiah. His birth, words and actions all point others to the Lord…and inspire us to do the same as modern days disciples.
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Daily Mass: The love of Christ impels us. Catholic Inspiration
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 10th Week of the Year
St. Paul reminds us that we live for the Lord, offering our lives as His ambassadors and sharing the love that we have received through a life of grace.
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Daily Mass: God works in specific ways. Catholic Inspiration
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 6th Week of Easter
The first reading offers specific details of location, people and occupation – reminding us that the Lord works through the particular aspects of every human life…including our own!
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Note: in my diocese the Feast of the Ascension is transferred to the 7th Sunday of Easter.
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4th Sunday of Easter: The Lord is my shepherd. Catholic Inspiration
Mass Readings – 4th Sunday of Easter
In our moments of need we can learn from the Psalmist and say “The Lord is my shepherd” as we face the challenges of life. What’s more, as we follow Jesus Christ we offer our lives to help one another to seek the Lord as well.
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Catholic Inspiration – Podcast Archives of Homilies & Talks- 32nd Sunday of the Year: Preparation, Readiness, Finality
- Daily Mass: Jesus discusses how to serve God and use wealth wisely
- Daily Mass: An example of hustle, drive, and determination
- Daily Mass: Christ meets us where we are and calls us to repentance
- Daily Mass: The Lord reveals the cost of discipleship
- Daily Mass: We offer our lives, following the example of Christ
- Daily Mass: We pray for all the faithful departed
- Study, Pray, Serve: 32nd Sunday of the Year
- All Saints: We learn from the saints how to shine with the light of Christ
- Daily Mass: Jesus teaches about humility
