Jesus Christ, our high priest, suffered for us and is the source of eternal salvation for all who obey him.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 2nd Week of the Year (#311)
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Daily Mass: Christ suffered for us to unite us to him. Catholic Inspiration
Study, Pray, Serve: 33rd Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 33rd Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Daniel 12:1-3
- Daniel has a vision that Michael, the great prince, will arise in a time unsurpassed in distress.
- Some people will awake and shine forever, others will be an everlasting horror and disgrace.
Psalm – 16:5,8-11
- “You are my inheritance, O Lord!”
- The Lord does not abandon us to the netherworld, but will show us the path of life.
2nd Reading – Hebrews 10:11-14,18
- Christ offered one sacrifice for sins by his perfect offering.
- He now waits until his enemies are made his footstool.
Gospel – Mark 13:24-32
- Jesus speaks of the cataclysmic events that will follow tribulation, where the Son of Man will come in power and glory and send the angels to gather the elect.
- Learning a lesson from the fig tree, the Lord invites the disciples to discern the seasons of life and be ready, for no one will know the hour when it happens.
Mass Readings – 33rd Sunday of the Year (B, #158)
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Study, Pray, Serve: 32nd Sunday of the Year
Let’s explore some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 32nd Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – 1st Kings 17:10-16
- Elijah goes to Zarephath and he asks a poor widow for water and bread, even though she has only a little bit and after that she and her child will die.
- At Elijah’s prompting, she gives him something to eat, and her supplies did not run out but lasted for a year.
Psalm – 146:7-10
- “Praise the Lord, my soul!”
- The Lord provides justice, nourishment, healing, and protection to those who call upon him.
2nd Reading – Hebrews 9:24-28
- Jesus has entered heaven itself and his once-for-all sacrifice continues on our behalf.
- When the Lord appears a second time, it will be to bring salvation to those who eagerly await him.
Gospel – Mark 12:38-44
- Jesus warns the crowds about the scribes, stating that their love for prestige will lead to a severe condemnation.
- The Lord then points out a poor widow whose two small coins in the treasury are more than the rich, not because of the amount of money, but because of the amount of her sacrifice.
Mass Readings – 32nd Sunday of the Year (B, #155)
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Study, Pray, Serve: 31st Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 31st Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Deuteronomy 6:2-6
- Moses calls upon the people to fear the Lord and keep his statutes and commandments.
- They will love the Lord God with all their heart, soul, and strength.
Psalm – 18:2-4,47,51
- “I love you, O Lord, my strength.”
- The Lord is our rock of refuge who keeps us safe from our enemies.
2nd Reading – Hebrews 7:23-28
- Jesus remains forever, and his priesthood does not pass away; thus, he is able to save those who approach God through him.
- He offered himself once for all the sins of all people.
Gospel – Mark 12:28b-34
- Jesus is asked by a scribe what is first of all commandments.
- The Lord replies by quoting Deuteronomy 6:4-5 and Leviticus 19:18 – to love God and love your neighbor as yourself.
Mass Readings – 31st Sunday of the Year (B, #152)
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Study, Pray, Serve: 30th Sunday of the Year
Let’s examine some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 30th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Jeremiah 31:7-9
- The Lord has delivered his people, the remnant of Israel, and will gather them from the ends of the earth.
- The blind and the lame will be in their midst, and they will be consoled by God.
Psalm – 126:1-6
- “The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.”
- The Lord will bring back the captives of Zion; those that sow in tears shall reap rejoicing.
2nd Reading – Hebrews 5:1-6
- Jesus Christ is our patient high priest who made a sin offering for the people.
- The Father reveals that he is the Son, begotten by God.
Gospel – Mark 10:46-52
- Bartimaeus, a blind man, begs Jesus to have pity and cure him.
- Immediately Jesus heals him, and Bartimaeus now follows Jesus.
Mass Readings – 30th Sunday of the Year (B, #149)
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Daily Mass: Jesus Christ is our great high priest. Catholic Inspiration
Jesus, our great high priest, bridges the gap between Heaven and earth through his divinity and humanity. As the Son of God he has the power to make a sacrifice for the salvation of the world; as the Son of Mary he meets us in our human weakness and struggle. May we turn to our Savior for the strength we need!
Mass Readings – Monday of the 2nd Week of the Year
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Mass Readings – Thursday of the 2nd Week of the Year
The Book of Hebrews reminds us that we have a great high priest, Jesus Christ, who has offered his once-for-all sacrifice on our behalf. Through our encounter with the Lord, may our lives be touched by his grace as we live our faith in the world.
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30th Sunday of the Year – Divine Power
Study: Where have you seen signs of God’s grace at work in your life? How did it change you?
Pray: Are there people or circumstances in your life that are wounded or hurting? Pray for healing power!
Serve: Do you see someone in need? How can you help them?
30th Sunday of the Year Readings
The readings this week reveal a common theme of divine power:
- 1st – The Lord delivers his people
- Psalm – “The Lord has done great things for us”
- 2nd – Christ the great high priest
- Gospel – Jesus heals blind Bartimaeus
Throughout these scriptures the Lord comes with dynamic energy: liberating, saving, healing and redeeming. This is Good News! In the midst of the challenges and struggles of human life we find Jesus coming to us – meeting us where we are – with the transformative power of his grace.
With this power in mind, I would suggest two points for consideration this week:
- What in my life needs to receive the Lord’s power?
- How can I share my life to give the Lord’s power?
Let’s start with receiving. Where in my life am I wounded, hurting, or helpless? Do I identify with Bartimaeus, calling upon the Lord for pity? If so, our prayer (in private and at Mass) can be directed to heaven…asking for the grace we need to keep going.
Giving means we allow the Lord’s power to work through us. Giving requires that we see the needs of those around us, determine a proper response, and act in a manner worthy of Christ. We become the Lord’s hands and feet in service to others; our words speak encouragement and hope.
God continues to work with power in our world today, giving us all the opportunity to open our hearts to the endless grace of Christ. May we draw near to the Lord with confidence and allow his strength to work through us as we touch the hearts of those we meet.
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