The blessings and burdens of the Holy Family inspire us to face our joys and sorrows with the grace of Jesus Christ.
Mass Readings – The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
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Tag Archives: Homily
Daily Mass: The Holy Innocents. Catholic Inspiration
There is a grim aspect to the Gospel reading today. Innocent baby boys, slaughtered to satisfy Herod’s need to protect his ego, recall for us the reality that cruelty, hatred, evil and sin are part of our human condition. May this terrifying event inspire us to respect all life as a precious and sacred gift from God.
Mass Readings – The Holy Innocents
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Daily Mass: The witness of St. John, the Apostle. Catholic Inspiration
On this feast of St. John – the Apostle and Evangelist – we look to John’s example and consider how we are called to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ in our lives today.
Mass Readings – St. John, Apostle & Evangelist
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Daily Mass: St. Stephen, the first martyr. Catholic Inspiration
Stephen is the first person to give his life as a witness to his faith in Jesus Christ. He spoke with a wisdom and spirit that none could refute, and he offers us an example about how we show our love for the Lord every day.
Mass Readings – St. Stephen, the first martyr
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Christmas Day: The gift God gives us. Catholic Inspiration
God loves us. Plain and simple. Warts and all. God loves us and meets us where we are, not in polished perfection and immaculate attire, but in a humble manger as a displaced person. God loves us so much that he sent his Son to die and rise that we might have eternal life.
May we all drop to our knees at some point today and say thank you…
Merry Christmas, my friends!
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Christmas Eve: A gift we can give to the Lord. Catholic Inspiration
Have you ever tried to get a gift for “the person who has everything” and been frustrated in the process? Everything we have comes from God…everything! The Lord needs nothing from us, but asks for only one thing: a loving heart that reaches out to others.
Merry Christmas!
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4th Sunday of Advent: Our response to the Lord’s call. Catholic Inspiration
Both St. Paul and St. Joseph respond to God’s call, but they do it in very different ways. Their examples reveal that the Lord offers many ways that we can offer our lives, based on our ability and talent. There is nothing to stop us…except ourselves.
Mass Readings – 4th Sunday of Advent
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Daily Mass: Recognizing the Lord in our lives. Catholic Inspiration
Elizabeth was aware of God’s presence through both the baby in her womb and the woman at her door. May we actively seek the Lord’s presence in our lives…so that we are ready when we returns!
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Daily Mass: Mary teaches us how to respond to the Lord. Catholic Inspiration
Mary’s response to the Angel Gabriel offers us a powerful example of discipleship as she says “May it be done!” Her words inspire us to accept the Lord’s invitation today as we carry out our tasks in service of Jesus.
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Daily Mass: Confronting our doubts and embracing our faith. Catholic Inspiration
As Zechariah hears the message of hope from the Angel Gabriel, he expresses his doubts. May his example help us to honestly confront our own struggles of faith as we turn toward the Lord.
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Catholic Inspiration – Podcast Archives of Homilies & Talks- 33rd Sunday of the Year: How are we living the blessings of life?
- Daily Mass: A parable about prayer
- Daily Mass: The Lord offers a sober teaching about judgment
- Daily Mass: An insight about the Kingdom of God
- Daily Mass: A lesson from a leper
- Daily Mass: Service for the Lord is a way of life
- Daily Mass: The Cathedral of Rome, a sign of our unity in the Church
- Study, Pray, Serve: 33rd Sunday of the Year
- 32nd Sunday of the Year: Preparation, Readiness, Finality
- Daily Mass: Jesus discusses how to serve God and use wealth wisely
