All of the readings today reveal the power of a fervent prayer from the heart. Prayer does not “change God’s mind,” but rather it draws our souls into a deeper union with the one who knows what we need.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 1st Week of Lent
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The Sign of Jonah – a call to repent – is the sign that Jesus gives to the crowds…and He continues to offer this powerful sign to us today.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 1st Week of Lent
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The Lord’s Prayer has strengthened the faith of millions of Christians through the centuries. May these words speak to our hearts today as we draw near to Christ and one another.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 1st Week of Lent
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The contrast between the temptation of Adam and Eve by the serpent and the three temptations of Jesus by Satan offers us some crucial insights into how we face the temptations in our lives today.
Mass Readings – 1st Sunday of Lent
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The call of Levi offers us an example of how Christ invites us (wounded, broken and sinful) to follow Him. As Levi accepted this call and invited others to meet Jesus, may we take heart as the Lord calls us today.
Mass Readings – Saturday after Ash Wednesday
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Fasting is an ancient in the Church that has helped countless Christians grow closer to Christ and one another. May we examine how this discipline can empower us today.
Mass Readings – Friday after Ash Wednesday
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In the first reading Moses makes it clear to the people of Israel that they have to make a choice between life and death. May we choose to live for the Lord, offering all that we have for the path that leads to Eternal Life.
Mass Readings – Thursday after Ash Wednesday
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“Turn away from sin and be faithful to the Gospel.” May the start of this season of Lent transform our hearts as we draw closer to Christ and one another.
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Lenten Podcast Resources from Catholic Inspiration
The Lord uses a teachable moment to transform the pettiness of the disciples into an opportunity to conform their lives to his example.
Mass Readings Tuesday of the 7th Week of the Year
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Getting ready for Lent? Here are some podcast resources.
The commandment to love challenges us to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ. May we look to the example of the saints to love – event when it’s hard – as we draw near to the Lord and one another.
Mass Readings – 7th Sunday of the Year
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Catholic Inspiration – Podcast Archives of Homilies & Talks
