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Here are some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 4th Sunday of Lent.
1st Reading – 1st Samuel 16:1b,6-7,10-13a
The Lord sends Samuel to Jesse in Bethlehem to anoint one of his sons as the new king.
The Lord then tells Samuel that, “Not as man sees does God see, because man sees the appearance but the Lord looks into the heart.”
Samuel will eventually anoint the youngest of Jesse’s sons, David.
Psalm – 23:1-6
“The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want.”
The Lord guides through the dark valley and protects us, anointing us with oil and blessing us.
2nd Reading – Ephesians 5:8-14
Once we were in darkness, but now we live as children in the light of the Lord.
We expose whatever is shameful to the light of Christ.
Gospel – John 9:1-41
Jesus encounters a blind man and heals him on the sabbath.
Christ proclaims that he is the light of the world, healing both body and soul.
Cured of his blindness, the man comes to believe in Jesus.
Mass Readings – 4th Sunday of Lent
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Jesus offers the “living water” to the Samaritan woman. This water, capable of destroying the bonds of sin and nourishing our souls for eternal life, transforms our lives and configures our hearts to Christ.
Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of Lent
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The parable of the Prodigal Son reveals the extraordinary love of the Father. This love extends to us, in our weaknesses and sins, reminding us to acknowledge our need for God’s grace in our lives today.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 2nd Week of Lent
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Jesus directs a stinging parable to the chief priests and elders, exhorting us to cultivate a fruitful life for the Lord.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 2nd Week of Lent
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Come, Holy Spirit! is a six week series of presentations on the Holy Spirit. This third talk examines three classic ways we are filled with the Spirit in our lives today. This 3rd presentation was given by Fr. Andrew at the Cathedral of Christ the King in Superior, WI on March 9, 2023.
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The parable of the rich man and Lazarus directs disciples today to consider how we might put our knowledge of Jesus Christ into practice, particularly as it applies to repentance.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 2nd Week of Lent
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St. Frances of Rome, pray for us!
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On the way to Jerusalem, Jesus speaks of his suffering, death, and resurrection. As we follow the Lord today, may we consider how we are called to offer our lives through the sacrifices we make.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 2nd Week of Lent
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St. John of God, pray for us!
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Both Isaiah and Jesus offer practical insights for a vibrant spiritual life. May we take their lessons to heart as we continue through this holy season!
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 2nd Week of Lent
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Saints Perpetua & Felicity, pray for us!
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The Lord offers practical advice for what we should do, and what we should avoid.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 2nd Week of Lent
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Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 3rd Sunday of Lent.
1st Reading – Exodus 17:3-7
In their thirst for water, the people grumble against Moses.
At the Lord’s command, Moses takes his staff and strikes a rock, from which water flows and the people are able to drink.
Psalm – 95:1-2,6-9
“If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts.”
Unlike the Israelites who grumbled, we are exhorted to come before the Lord in joyful worship with thanksgiving.
2nd Reading – Romans 5:1-2,5-8
Having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.
God proves his love for us in that while we were still sinners Christ died for us.
Gospel – John 4:5-42
Jesus, sitting at a well in the town of Sychar in Samaria, encounters a woman and converses with her.
Jesus announces that he is the Christ, and the woman tells others about Jesus…and they come to believe that he is the savior of the world.
Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of Lent
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Three Great Things 