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Here are some of the main themes in the readings for the solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe.
1st Reading – 2nd Samuel 5:1-3
The tribes of Israel come to Hebron to acknowledge David’s protection and service to the people.
David made an agreement with them and was anointed king of Israel.
Psalm – 122:1-5
“Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord.”
Jerusalem is the city of David where people travel to give praise and honor to God.
2nd Reading – Colossians 1:12-20
We give praise to the Father who delivered us from darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son.
Christ, the image of the invisible God, is the source of creation and the head of the body, the church.
Gospel – Luke 23:35-43
From the Cross, Christ is mocked about the sign “This is the king of the Jews.”
Jesus comforts the good thief, assuring him that “today you will be with me in paradise.”
Mass Readings – The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
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The Lord’s response to questions about the end times, invites us to reflect on how we will prepare for our own exit from this world.
Mass Readings – 33rd Sunday of the Year
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Jesus reminds his disciples with a parable to pray always. May we take this instruction to heart as we pause each day to draw near to the Lord.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 32nd Week of the Year
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St. Josaphat, pray for us!
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The exhortation of the first reading to love one another serves as a ready reminder for daily life. For as the Lord cautions in the Gospel of Luke, the Son of Man will come at an unexpected time. May we take every opportunity to put love into practice!
Mass Readings – Friday of the 32nd Week of the Year
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St. Martin of Tours, pray for us!
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Jesus responds to the Pharisees with the stunning pronouncement that the Kingdom of God is among us. Instructing his disciples further, the Lord explains that the path to God’s Kingdom leads through the suffering of the Cross.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 32nd Week of the Year
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St. Leo the Great, pray for us!
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St. Paul’s reminds the people of Corinth that each of us is a temple of the Holy Spirit. Our care and custody of this “sacred space” reveals our awareness of God’s presence and our desire to be an inspiring example to one another.
Mass Readings – Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
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Jesus uses an example to illustrate and expand our concept of service. Rather than simply completing what is expected, we actively strive to seek out new ways to respond to the opportunities around us.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 32nd Week of the Year
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The Psalm response echoes a deep, personal longing in our hearts: to see God face-to-face.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 32nd Week of the Year
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Here are some of the themes in the readings for the 33rd Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Malachi 3:19-20a
A day comes when evildoers will be like stubble set on fire, and nothing will remain.
Those who fear the Lord’s name, however, will be arise in the light of the sun.
Psalm – 98:5-9
“The Lord comes to rule the earth with justice.”
We praise and sing before the one who rules the earth.
2nd Reading – 2nd Thessalonians 3:7-12
Paul offers his own example as a model for the Christian community.
“If anyone was unwilling to work, that one should not eat.”
Gospel – Luke 21:5-19
Jesus speaks about the destruction of the Temple, as well as signs and plagues among the nations.
The Lord also says that his followers will be persecuted, exhorting them to persevere.
Mass Readings – 33rd Sunday of the Year
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The Lord responds to a question with a response that underscores the reality of the resurrection. Knowing that there is more than this life, we have an opportunity to prepare our hearts for the day when the story of our life here on earth concludes.
Mass Readings – 32nd Sunday of the Year
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Three Great Things 