The 2nd Letter to the Thessalonians recalls our need to pray always for those who live their faith, even as they struggle with persecution and affliction.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 21st Week of the Year (#425)
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Daily Mass: In times of trouble, we pray for God’s grace. Catholic Inspiration
Study, Pray, Serve: 22nd Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 22nd Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Deuteronomy 4:1-2,6-8
- Moses tells the people to observe the commandments of the Lord.
- Through their adherence, they will reveal to the nations the wisdom that comes from God.
Psalm – 15:2-5
- “The one who does justice will live in the presence of the Lord.”
- The virtuous person who fears the Lord will never be disturbed.
2nd Reading – James 1:17-18,21b-22,27
- We humbly welcome all the good and perfect gifts that come from the Father.
- We are doers of the word and not hearers only.
Gospel – Mark 7:1-8,14-15,21-23
- Jesus quotes Isaiah, responding to the Pharisees that God’s commandments supersede human precepts.
- The Lord then teaches that the evils that come from within a person (from their hearts) are what defile.
Mass Readings – 22nd Sunday of the Year (B, #125)
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21st Sunday of the Year: We receive the Body of Christ to face the hard things in life. Catholic Inspiration
At the conclusion of the sixth chapter of John’s Gospel, as disciples are leaving after the “hard” teaching of Jesus, Peter responds to the Lord’s question with a declaration of faith in Christ.
Mass Readings – 21st Sunday of the Year (B, #122)
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Daily Mass: We make known the glorious splendor of God. Catholic Inspiration
Psalm 145 rings out with joy, proclaiming God’s glorious splendor and inviting us to call upon the Lord.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Bartholomew (#629)
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St. Bartholomew, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: We are commanded to love. Catholic Inspiration
Jesus quotes Deuteronomy and Leviticus when asked what is the greatest commandment.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 20th Week of the Year (#423)
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St. Rose of Lima, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: God invites, will we respond? Catholic Inspiration
Jesus offers a parable to the chief priests and Pharisees, reminding us that while God’s invitation is extended throughout our lives, it is up to us to respond.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 20th Week of the Year (#422)
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Holy Mary our Queen, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Today is a good day to follow the Lord. Catholic Inspiration
Jesus tells a parable that reveals both God’s generosity and our opportunity to receive the Lord’s mercy, even in our darkest moments.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 20th Week of the Year (#421)
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St. Pope Pius X, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: We focus on the Lord. Catholic Inspiration
The Lord’s teaching about riches and wealth challenges us to put Christ first in our lives and above all things.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 20th Week of the Year (#420)
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St. Bernard, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: We detach from possessions to put Christ at the center of our lives. Catholic Inspiration
Jesus offers a deep insight to a zealous young man who seeks God, only to challenge his ability to detach from “stuff” and seek the Lord above all else.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 20th Week of the Year (#419)
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St. John Eudes, pray for us!
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Study, Pray, Serve: 21st Sunday of the Year
Let’s examine some of the themes that surface in the Mass Readings for the 21st Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Joshua 24:1-2a,15-17,18b
- Joshua gathers the people at Shechem and tells them to choose who they will follow.
- The people recall God’s mighty deeds and declare that they will serve the Lord.
Psalm – 34:2-3,16-21
- “Taste and see the goodness of the Lord.”
- The Lord hears and rescues the brokenhearted when they cry out for help.
2nd Reading – Ephesians 5:21-32
- Husbands and wives are called to be subordinate to one another out of reverence for Christ.
- As husbands and wives serve and sacrifice, they mirror the mystery of Christ and the church.
Gospel – John 6:60-69
- After hearing the “bread of life” discourse, many of the disciples of Jesus left him saying, “This teaching is hard; who can accept it?”
- Jesus asks the Twelve, “Do you also want to leave?”
- Peter responds, “Master, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. We have come to believe and are convinced that you are the Holy One of God.”
Mass Readings – 21st Sunday of the Year (B, 122)
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