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Daily Mass: The profound witness of St. Martha. Catholic Inspiration

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Martha gives witness to the words of Jesus that He is “the resurrection and the life.” May her example inspire our faith!

Mass Readings – St. Martha


Daily Mass: The final judgment. Catholic Inspiration

The Lord’s explanation of parable of the weeds reminds us of the reality of the Final Judgment and our opportunity today to seek Christ above all else.

Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 17th Week of the Year


Daily Mass: The Kingdom of Heaven grows from a tiny seed. Catholic Inspiration

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Jesus uses the examples of seeds and yeast to demonstrate how God works in our world by starting small and growing strong over time.

Mass Readings – Monday of the 17th Week of the Year


17th Sunday of the Year: The priority of the Kingdom of Heaven. Catholic Inspiration

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Using parables of the treasure and the pearl, Jesus teaches us that the Kingdom of Heaven is our priority above all else.

Mass Readings – 17th Sunday of the Year


Daily Mass: In every disciple beats a servant’s heart. Catholic Inspiration

Jesus takes a “teachable moment” to transform a divisive request into an opportunity to understand service as a disciple. Will we offer our lives for the Lord today?

Mass Readings – Feast of St. James


Daily Mass: The Lord guards us like a shepherd. Catholic Inspiration

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Guided and guarded by God, we grow in grace so as to give ourselves in service to one another.

Mass Readings – Friday of the 16th Week of the Year


Daily Mass: We are blessed; now live the blessing! Catholic Inspiration

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The Lord reveals to the disciples that they are blessed in what they have seen and heard. The same is true for us: we have been blessed with the gift of faith…now it’s up to us to live it.

Mass Readings – Thursday of the 16th Week of the Year


Daily Mass: St. Mary Magdalene. Catholic Inspiration

The Descent of the Cross, Roger Van der Weyden, 1438, The Prado in Google Earth. Mary Magdalene is at the far right.

Mary Magdalene – the first witness of the resurrection – was transformed by her encounter with the Risen Lord. May her experience inspire us to bring our lives into the Light of Christ.

Mass Readings – St. Mary Magdalene


Daily Mass: Lord show us your mercy and love. Catholic Inspiration

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The Psalm Response today reveals our deep longing for God’s gentle touch upon our hearts as we carry out His commands.

Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 16th Week of the Year


Daily Mass: Christ is our strength. Catholic Inspiration

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Christ’s victory through His death and resurrection on the Cross inspires our response to repent of our sins.

Mass Readings – Monday of the 16th Week of the Year