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Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 20th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Jeremiah 38:4-6,8-10
Jeremiah is cast into a cistern at the threat of his enemies.
Ebed-melech, a court official, pleads for his release and releases him from the cistern.
Psalm – 40:2-4,18
“Lord, come to my aid!”
Afflicted and poor, the Lord draws us out from the pit of destruction.
2nd Reading – Hebrews 12:1-4
Surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses, we persevere in running the race with our eyes fixed on Jesus.
We continue in our struggle against sin as we recall how Christ endured the Cross.
Gospel – Luke 12:49-52
The Lord comes to set a fire blazing upon the earth that will cause division, even among families.
Mass Readings – 20th Sunday of the Year (#120)
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The contrast between Luke’s Gospel and the Book of Revelation illustrates how we gain strength to persevere on earth by our knowledge of the glory of God’s triumph in Heaven.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 34th Week of the Year (#505)
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Let’s examine some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the King of the Universe.
1st Reading – Daniel 7:13-14
Daniel has a vision where he sees the Son of man presented before the Ancient One.
The Son of man receives dominion, glory, and kingship that is everlasting.
Psalm – 93:1-2,5
“The Lord is king; he is robed in majesty.”
The Lord’s kingship and throne are everlasting; he is robed in splendor and holiness.
2nd Reading – Revelation 1:5-8
Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, is the firstborn of the dead and ruler of the kings of the earth.
He is the Alpha and Omega, who comes in glory and power.
Gospel – John 18:33b-37
When asked if he is a king by Pilate, Jesus says that his kingdom does not belong to this world.
The Lord says that he has come to testify to the truth for those who will listen to his voice.
Mass Readings – Christ the King (B, #161)
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Jesus offers us a sobering invitation to consider if our possessions – our stuff – is more important than our relationship with him.
Mass Readings – 28th Sunday of the Year (B, #143)
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As the seventy-two disciples return rejoicing about their power over demons at the name of Jesus, the Lord reveals that true joy is found in the kingdom of heaven.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 26th Week of the Year (#460)
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Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos & St. Faustina Kowalska, pray for us!
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Paul’s Letter to the Romans reveals how we are adopted into the life of the Trinity: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, forging a communion here on earth that prepares us for the Communion of Saints in Heaven.
Mass Readings – The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity (#165)
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Offering a parable to the scribes and Pharisees, Jesus speaks about his suffering and rejection, showing us the path that leads from the Cross into newness of life.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 2nd Week of Lent (#234)
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Photo by Archie Binamira on Pexels.com The prophecy of Isaiah and the earthly ministry of Jesus reveal God’s power and authority in our lives, both on earth and in heaven.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 1st Week of Advent (#177)
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St. Nicholas, pray for us!
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Speaking to the Pharisees and then his disciples, Jesus teaches about how we can understand the Kingdom of God as we make our way through this world.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 32nd Week of the Year
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St. Margaret of Scotland and St. Gertrude, pray for us!
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Here are some of the main themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 32nd Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Wisdom 6:12-16
Resplendent and unfading is wisdom for those who seek her in anticipation and vigil.
Filled with the perfection of prudence, wisdom keeps us free from care.
Psalm – 63:2-8
“My soul is thirsting for you, O Lord my God.”
We pine and thirst for God, whose kindness fills us with joy.
2nd Reading – 1st Thessalonians 4:13-18
Our belief that Jesus died and rose offers us hope that all who have died in Christ will rise with him.
The Lord, with a word of command, will reveal his majesty and power through the resurrection of Jesus.
Gospel – Matthew 25:1-13
Jesus offers a parable about ten virgins – five wise and five foolish – who are waiting with oil lamps for the coming of the bridegroom.
Those that are ready are welcomed to the feast; those who are unprepared will be shut out.
Mass Readings – 32nd Sunday of the Year (A)
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Three Great Things 