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Let’s explore some of the themes in the readings for the 2nd Sunday of the Year.
1st. Reading – Isaiah 49:3,5-6
The people are brought back and gathered together, made glorious by God’s strength.
They shall be a light to the nations, so that God’s salvation may reach to the ends of the earth.
Psalm – 40:2,4,7-10
“Here am I, Lord; I come to do your will.”
We wait for the Lord, who strengthens us to offer our lives in service.
2nd Reading – 1st Corinthians 1:1-3
Paul introduces his letter stating that he is an apostle of Christ.
He greets the people in the grace and peace of the Lord Jesus.
Gospel – John 1:29-34
John the Baptist sees Jesus and says, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world.”
John testifies that he has seen the Spirit come down like a dove from heaven upon the Lord.
Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of the Year
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John the Baptist proclaims that Christ will baptize with the Holy Spirit. As we follow the Lord today, may we call upon the Spirit to draw us into a deeper, fruitful union with the Lord and one another.
Mass Reading – Christmas Season, January 6th
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St. André Bessette, pray for us!
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After he saw the Spirit come down and remain upon the Lord, John the Baptist testifies that Jesus is the Lamb of God, the Son of God who will baptize with the Holy Spirit.
Mass Readings – Christmas Season, January 3rd
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The Lord makes it clear that our choice to follow him has eternal consequences. As we struggle through the spiritual battles of this life, we call upon the Holy Spirit for guidance and strength.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 28th Week of the Year
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St. Theresa of Jesus, pray for us!
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St. Paul teaches us about the Spirit of God which guides and directs our minds in understanding. May we call upon the Spirit for the insight we need each day as we journey through life.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 22nd Week of the Year
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Jesus refers to the Trinity in John’s Gospel, pointing out that we are “works in progress” who are growing in our discipleship and communion with one another.
Mass Readings – The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
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Let’s explore some of the themes that surface in the readings for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity.
1st Reading – Proverbs 8:22-31
From the beginning, God’s wisdom was present and prior to all creation. God delights in creation, including the human race. Psalm – 8:4-9
“O Lord, our God, how wonderful your name in all the earth!” God’s awesome creation calls forth wonder and awe from his creatures. 2nd Reading – Romans 5:1-5
We have peace with God through Jesus Christ, in whom we place our hope. We face our trials with the grace and help of the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Gospel – John 16:12-15
Jesus promises his disciples that they will be given the Spirit of truth as their guide. The Spirit will affirm all that Jesus has said and taught. Mass Readings – Most Holy Trinity
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The Holy Spirit ignites the hearts of the disciples and empowers them to go out into the world. May their example inspire us to call upon the Spirit each and every day!
Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And you will renew the face of the earth. O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Mass Readings – Pentecost
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Upon his arrival in Ephesus, Paul encounters disciples who had not yet received the Holy Spirit until he prays over them.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 7th Week of Easter
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There are LOTS of options for the Mass Readings for Pentecost, including the Vigil Mass and the Mass During the Day. Here is a short summary:
VIGIL MASS
1st Reading Options
Genesis 11:1-9 – The Tower of BabelExodus 19:3-8,16-20b – Moses encounters God on Mount SinaiEzekiel 37:1-14 – Ezekiel prophesizes over the dry bones Joel 3:1-5 – God will pour out the Spirit upon all creationPsalm Options
Psalm 33 – “Blessed the people the Lord has chosen to be his own.”Daniel 3:52-56 – “Glory and praise forever!”Psalm 19 – “Lord you have the words of everlasting life.”Psalm 107 – “Give thanks to the Lord; his love is everlasting.”Psalm 104 – “Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth.”2nd Reading – Romans 8:22-27 – The Spirit comes to the aid of our weakness
Gospel – John 7:37-39 – Jesus refers to the Spirit
MASS DURING THE DAY
1st Reading – Acts 2:1-11 – The Spirit comes upon the Apostles
Psalm 104 – Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth.”
2nd Reading Options
1st Corinthians 12:3b-7,12-13 – There are different gifts, but the same SpiritRomans 8:8-17 – The Spirit of God dwells in youGospel Options
John 20:19-23 – The disciples receive the Holy Spirit from JesusJohn 14:15-16,23b-26 – The Father will send the Holy SpiritMass Readings – Vigil Mass
Mass Readings – Mass During the Day
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Three Great Things 