Making his way to Athens, Paul preaches to the Athenians and has little success. Undaunted, he continues on and does not give up.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 6th Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: Paul’s persecution and deliverance in Philippi. Catholic Inspiration
Paul and Silas are stripped, beaten, and bound in jail by an angry mob at Philippi. While at prayer in the middle of the night, they are freed when an earthquake shakes the foundations of the prison, and they preach the Gospel to the jailer and his household.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 6th Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: God gives us guidance in uncertain situations. Catholic Inspiration
As Paul and his companions travel to Philippi, the Gospel is proclaimed in Europe for the first time. Guided in prayer, their successful encounter with Lydia reminds us that when we let the Lord lead us, we find a sure path to follow.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 6th Week of Easter
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St. Isidore, pray for us!
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Study, Pray, Serve: The Ascension of the Lord
Here are some of the main themes that we find on the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord.
1st Reading – Acts 1:1-11
- The prologue (v. 1-5) serves as a transition between the Gospel of Luke and Acts, and introduces the coming of the Holy Spirit.
- The Lord then ascends into the sky, having promised the disciples the power of the Holy Spirit.
Psalm – 47:2-3,6-9
- “God mounts his throne to shouts of joy: a blare of trumpets for the Lord.”
- All people rejoice and give praise to God, the Most High and great king, who reigns over all the nations.
2nd Reading – Ephesians 1:17-23
- Christ, seated in glory at the right hand of the Father in heaven, reigns over all creation.
- As his disciples, we pray for the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, that our hearts will be enlightened as we follow Christ.
Gospel – Matthew 28:16-20
- The Risen Lord greets the Eleven in Galilee; even though they have doubts, they worship Jesus.
- Christ gives them the Great Commission to make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Mass Readings – The Ascension of the Lord
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6th Sunday of Easter: Come, Holy Spirit!
The readings speak of the Holy Spirit, inviting us to consider how we call upon the Spirit for the grace and strength we need today. Come, Holy Spirit!
Mass Readings – 6th Sunday of Easter
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Daily Mass: The Holy Spirit leads Paul to Macedonia. Catholic Inspiration
Paul earnestly begins his missionary efforts, led by the Holy Spirit to set foot into Macedonia for the first time.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 5th Week of Easter
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Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: The Council of Jerusalem, Part III – resolution and communication. Catholic Information
The Council of Jerusalem takes place to determine if the Gentiles who are becoming believers in Christ must adopt Jewish practice. After a fruitful debate, the resolution is communicated in a practical and personal way.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 5th Week of Easter
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St. Nereus, St. Achilleus, and St. Pancras, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: The Council of Jerusalem, Part II – the discussion. Catholic Inspiration
The Council of Jerusalem takes place to determine if the Gentiles who are becoming believers in Christ must adopt Jewish practice. The debate takes time and many voices must be heard and considered, reminding us to commit ourselves to the time and effort that is necessary to listen, reflect and pray over a tough decision.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 5th Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: The Council of Jerusalem, Part I – the problem. Catholic Inspiration
The Council of Jerusalem takes place to determine if the Gentiles who are becoming believers in Christ must adopt Jewish practice. This debate is intense and challenges the early Church, yet it inspires us to recognize that conflicts are part of life and must be embraced if we are to find a path forward in faith.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 5th Week of Easter
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St. John of Avila and St. Damien Joseph de Veuster of Moloka’i, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: It is necessary for us to undergo many hardships to enter the kingdom of God. Catholic Inspiration
Paul, having been stoned and left for dead, doesn’t quit. Instead he keeps going and inspires us to recognize that while hardship is part of our spiritual life, Christ will give us the strength we need to carry on.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 5th Week of Easter
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Catholic Inspiration – Podcast Archives of Homilies & Talks- Holy Thursday, the Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper
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