The Lord sets the earth on fire, causing division that separates the impurities both within our hearts and throughout our relationships.
Mass Readings – 20th Sunday of the Year (#120)
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20th Sunday of the Year: The fire of faith refines our hearts. Catholic Inspiration
Study, Pray, Serve: 20th Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 20th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Jeremiah 38:4-6,8-10
- Jeremiah is cast into a cistern at the threat of his enemies.
- Ebed-melech, a court official, pleads for his release and releases him from the cistern.
Psalm – 40:2-4,18
- “Lord, come to my aid!”
- Afflicted and poor, the Lord draws us out from the pit of destruction.
2nd Reading – Hebrews 12:1-4
- Surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses, we persevere in running the race with our eyes fixed on Jesus.
- We continue in our struggle against sin as we recall how Christ endured the Cross.
Gospel – Luke 12:49-52
- The Lord comes to set a fire blazing upon the earth that will cause division, even among families.
Mass Readings – 20th Sunday of the Year (#120)
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Daily Mass: The natural consequences of sin. Catholic Inspiration
The consequences of the original sin of Adam and Eve lead to division and pain, reminding us to honestly acknowledge our own shortcomings by turning to the saving grace of Jesus Christ.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 5th Week of the Year (#334)
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10th Sunday of the Year: Evil divides us, but faith reunites. Catholic Inspiration
The Book of Genesis and Mark’s Gospel reveal how evil unravels the human heart, but our pursuit of the will of God restores us to the Lord’s family of faith.
Mass Readings – Sunday of the 10th Week of the Year (#89)
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Daily Mass: The destructive power of sin. Catholic Inspiration
Cain’s murder of his brother, Abel, reveals the destructive power of sin in our world.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 6th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: The natural consequences of sin. Catholic Inspiration
As God confronts Adam and Eve about their actions, we discern the natural consequences of sin, whereby division arises and separates us from the Lord and one another.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 5th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: The challenge of getting along with one another. Catholic Inspiration
Paul admonishes the people of Corinth for their lawsuits against each other, reminding us that as disciples we are challenged to live holy lives and get along.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 23rd Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: We are God’s co-workers. Catholic Inspiration
Paul addresses the divisions and factions among the people of Corinth, reminding them that we are united together as God’s co-workers.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 22nd Week of the Year
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Study, Pray, Serve: 20th Sunday of the Year
Let’s take a look at the key themes in the Mass readings for the 20th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Jeremiah 38:4-6,8-10
- Jeremiah’s life hangs in the balance as he is thrown into a cistern for his preaching.
Psalm – 40:2-4,18
- “Lord, come to my aid!”
- We call upon the Lord for help in times of affliction.
2nd Reading – Hebrews 12:1-4
- Surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses, we run our race with our eyes fixed on Jesus.
- Faith gives us strength to endure opposition and sin.
Gospel – Luke 12:49-53
- The Lord comes to set the earth on fire as he fulfills his mission on earth.
- The presence of Jesus brings a challenge and division that will touch all people.
Mass Readings – 20th Sunday of the Year
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Daily Mass: The kingdom is divided. Catholic Inspiration
As the kingdom breaks down and Jeroboam challenges Solomon, we see the devastating effects of division. May we apply the lesson to our own lives as well.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 5th Week of the Year
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Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us!
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