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Here are some of the main themes in the readings for the 2nd Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Isaiah 62:1-5
Jerusalem will no longer be forsaken, but vindicated and recognized by all the nations. The Lord will claim Jerusalem for his own and with great rejoicing. Psalm – 96:1-3,7-10
“Proclaim his marvelous deeds to all the nations.” Glory and praise is given to God with singing, rejoicing and worship. 2nd Reading – 1st Corinthians 12:4-11
There are a variety of gifts, service and work…but there is one God whose Spirit directs all. Paul then lists a number of spiritual gifts, recalling how each person has something unique to offer. Gospel John 2:1-11
At a wedding in Cana in Galilee, Jesus performs a miracle by turning water into wine. This wine (done at the request of his mother, Mary) is superior to the wine that was served before. Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of the Year
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The Psalm response offers an opportunity to reflect on the blessings and joy of life. As we prepare for Christmas, may the Good News help us to see God at work in our lives today.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 4th Week of Advent
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St. Peter Canisius…pray for us!
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The Psalm response recalls how God rescues us in our need, inviting us to prayerfully reflect on the times we have been protected by the Lord’s grace.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 3rd Week of Advent
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This homily was preached on December 7th, 2021 at Cathedral of Christ the King. May the Good News inspire us to fearlessly seek out the grace of the Sacrament of Penance as we reconcile our hearts to God.
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Toward the end of his Letter to the Romans, St. Paul reveals a crucial spiritual principal: we foster our faith in Jesus Christ so that we can help pass it on to others. If we are not cultivating our love for the Lord, how can we share it with those we meet?
Mass Readings – Friday of the 31st Week of the Year
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The Gospel of Luke reveals several insights regarding how we proclaim the Good News: we do it together; we go with the Christ’s blessing; we carry out the Lord’s task and let people make their own choice.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Luke, Evangelist
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St. Luke…pray for us!
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Let’s review some of the themes we find in the readings for the 30th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Jeremiah 31:7-9
God’s power is revealed as the Lord delivers, gathers, consoles and leads the people. The people respond with joy, praise, exultation and hope. Psalm – 126:1-6
“The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.” This psalm connects directly with the 1st reading as our human response to God’s goodness. 2nd Reading – Hebrews 5:1-6
Christ was chosen by the Father to offer his life for us. Christ, because he understands our human weaknesses, deals with us patiently. Gospel – Mark 10:46-52
The blind man, Bartimaeus, calls out to Jesus and asks for help so he can see. Jesus acknowledges his faith and immediately heals him. Bartimaeus then follows Jesus on the way. Mass Readings – 30th Sunday of the Year
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St. Paul shows in his Letter to the Romans how all people have sinned and are in need of God’s grace. This is the Good News that we have to share with one another today!
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 28th Week of the Year
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St. Callistus…pray for us!
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St. Paul offers us good news and bad news. The good news? The Gospel is open to all. The bad news we hear today applies to those who knew nothing of God’s saving work, but also didn’t exert any effort to use their minds to see the light of truth.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 28th Week of the Year
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In Luke’s Gospel the crowds grow in response to the healing and teaching of Christ, who moves on to other villages so that more people might discover the Good News.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 22nd Week of the Year
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Three Great Things 