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Daily Mass: God heals and strengthens our hearts. Catholic Inspiration

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Jesus heals the crowds that come to him, and then he feeds them after blessing a few loaves and some fish.

Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 1st Week of Advent (#177)

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St. Francis Xavier, pray for us!


Daily Mass: Our eyes are blessed to see Jesus. Catholic Inspiration

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Rejoicing in the Holy Spirit, Jesus praises the Father and reminds us that we are blessed in what we have seen and heard of God’s revelation in the world.

Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 1st Week of Advent (#176)

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Daily Mass: Lord I am not worthy…only say the word…Catholic Inspiration

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A Roman centurion reveals a profound faith in Jesus that echoes in our response at every Mass to this very day.

Mass Readings – Monday of the 1st Week of Advent (#175)

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2nd Sunday of Advent

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Let’s take a look at some of the themes that we find in the readings for the 2nd Sunday of Advent.

1st Reading – Isaiah 11:1-10

  • The spirit of the Lord shall rest upon an ancestor of the line of Jesse, and he shall judge with justice, wisdom, and strength.
  • Creation will experience profound peace, and the Gentiles shall seek out the dwelling of God.

Psalm – 72: 1-2,7-8,12-13,17

  • “Justice shall flourish in his time, and fullness of peace for ever.”
  • The king shall rescue the poor and judge with justice.

2nd Reading – Romans 15:4-9

  • Through Christ, God gives us hope, endurance, and encouragement.
  • We welcome one another, as Christ welcomes us.

Gospel – Matthew 3:1-12

  • John the Baptist proclaims, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!”
  • John speaks of one who is coming after him, who will baptize with the Holy Spirit and fire.

Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of Advent (#4)

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1st Sunday of Advent – Seeing God from a different point of view. Catholic Inspiration

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Advent offers us a profound opportunity to change our spiritual perspective when we open our hearts to silence and personal reflection.

Mass Readings – 1st Sunday of Advent (#1)

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Daily Mass: The Lord offers sound spiritual guidance. Catholic Inspiration

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Jesus urges his disciples to avoid certain temptations and pray for the strength to remain vigilant in tough times.

Mass Readings – Saturday of the 34th Week of the Year (#508)

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Daily Mass: We see and respond to the signs of the times. Catholic Inspiration

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Using an example from nature, Jesus exhorts his disciples to see clearly the signs of the times and respond with faithfulness to God.

Mass Readings – Friday of the 34th Week of the Year (#507)

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Thanksgiving Day!

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On this Thanksgiving Day we pause to count our blessings and direct our gratitude toward God, others, and the simple joys that enrich our daily lives.

Mass Readings – Thanksgiving Day (#943-947)

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Daily Mass: We turn to the Lord when times are tough. Catholic Inspiration

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The Lord makes it clear that there will be tough times in our spiritual lives, reminding us to lean into our faith when the going gets rough.

Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 34th Week of the Year (#505)

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Daily Mass: God is our strength in a changing world. Catholic Inspiration

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The Book of Daniel and the Gospel of Luke both reveal the changing aspects of life, inviting us to turn to the Lord for strength and guidance.

Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 34th Week of the Year (#504)

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St. Catherine of Alexandria, pray for us!