Hungry and grumbling, the people complain to Moses that they will die in the wilderness without food. The response? God feeds them with quail and manna.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 16th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: God feeds the people with quail and manna. Catholic Inspiration
Daily Mass: God guides the people through the midst of the sea. Catholic Inspiration
As Moses stretches out his hand, God swept back the sea so that the people could pass through on dry ground; just as quickly, the waters covered Pharaoh’s army and saved the children of Israel.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 16th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: Pharaoh’s army pursues the people of Israel. Catholic Inspiration
Today’s first reading shows how Pharaoh pursued the Hebrews after they left Egypt. Despite the fear of the people, God promises to defend them in their moment of need.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 16th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: The departure from Egypt. Catholic Inspiration
As the people of Israel begin their journey out of Egypt they will experience the awkward sense of being unsettled as they make the transition from slavery to freedom. Transitions are part of our experience, and this passage from Exodus invites us to trust in the Lord as we face the uncertainty of life.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 15th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: The Passover Meal sets the context of the Eucharist. Catholic Inspiration
Today’s reading from Exodus reveals how the Lord directed the Passover Meal to Moses and Aaron. This passage thus establishes the Passover as a central part of Jewish prayer which will ultimately set the context for the Eucharist. It was during a Passover Meal with his disciples that Jesus offers the New Covenant through his Body and Blood…which frees us from the bondage of sin and leads us to eternal life.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 15th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: God speaks to Moses about the promised land. Catholic Inspiration
As God speaks to Moses about his task in Egypt, the Lord refers to a land that shall be given to the people of Israel after they have been liberated from slavery…a land flowing of milk and honey.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 15th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: The burning bush and the call of Moses. Catholic Inspiration
Moses stands on holy ground in the sight of the burning bush and has an encounter with God, who commands him to return to Egypt. The awkward response of Moses prompts us to reflect on how we have experienced the Lord in our lives and consider what challenging situations we need to address today.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 15th Week of the Year
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Study, Pray, Serve: 16th Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the main themes in the readings on this 16th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Jeremiah 23:1-6
- Woe to the shepherds that mislead and scatter the flock.
- God will appoint shepherds who will protect the flock, and none shall be missing.
Psalm – 23:1-6
- “The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want.”
- God guides, protects and leads us to the Lord’s house, our final dwelling.
2nd Reading – Ephesians 2:13-18
- Christ is our lasting peace, reconciling us to God through the Cross.
- We are no longer far off, but have now drawn near through the blood of Christ.
Gospel – Mark 6:30-34
- Having reported all that they have done, Christ invites the apostles to come away and rest.
- Crowds follow Jesus, and he takes pity on them…for they were like sheep without a shepherd.
Mass Readings – 16th Sunday of the Year
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15th Sunday of the Year: We are chosen and sent by God. Catholic Inspiration
The readings today reveal how God chooses and empowers us so that we might offer our lives for service in the world. Everyday the Lord invites…how will we respond?
Mass Readings – 15th Sunday of the Year
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Daily Mass: Do not be afraid! Catholic Inspiration
Having warned the Apostles of the cost of discipleship, Jesus urges them to let go of fear and follow in faith. It’s a good reminder for us all!
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 14th Week of the Year
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