We begin Holy Week every year be recounting the sacrifice of the Lord Jesus, who offered his life on the Cross for the salvation of the world.
Mass Readings – Palm Sunday: The Passion of the Lord
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Daily Mass: In our distress we call upon the Lord. Catholic Inspiration
Jeremiah affirms that God is his mighty champion, a source of protection in times of trial. May we echo his sentiment as we proclaim the psalm response, “In my distress I called upon the Lord, and he heard my voice!”
Mass Readings – Friday of the 5th Week of Lent
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Daily Mass: The Lord is with us; we fear no evil. Catholic Inspiration
Psalm 23 has given strength and hope to countless Jews and Christians. May we face our fears with God’s grace to sustain us.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 5th Week of Lent
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Study, Pray, Serve: 5th Sunday of Lent
Let’s explore some of the themes for this 5th Sunday of Lent.
1st Reading – Isaiah 43:16-21
- The prophet invites the people to reflect on God’s mighty deeds in the past.
- The Lord is now doing something new that will renew all creation.
Psalm – 126:1-6
- “The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.”
- Out of moments of suffering and trial, we recall God’s grace and help.
2nd Reading – Philippians 3:8-14
- St. Paul contrasts how little he disregards the suffering in this life for the glory we possess in Jesus Christ.
- With his hope anchored in the Lord, he eagerly looks ahead to the future.
Gospel – John 8:1-11
- A woman caught in adultery is brought before Jesus by an angry crowd.
- After Jesus gently admonishes the crowd to consider their own sins, he then shows mercy to the woman.
Mass Readings – 5th Sunday of Lent
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Note: These are the readings for “Year C” in the Lectionary for Mass. On the 3rd, 4th and 5th Sundays of Lent, parishes may use the “Year A” readings at Masses that include members of the RCIA process.
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2nd Sunday of Lent: Christ is our hope. Catholic Inspiration
The Transfiguration reveals the glory of Jesus while on his journey to the Cross in Jerusalem. This glimpse of the Lord’s majesty provides hope, offering grace and strength to all who strive to carry their Crosses through this life.
Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of Lent
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Study, Pray, Serve: 2nd Sunday of Lent
Here are some of the central themes in the readings for the 2nd Sunday of Lent.
1st Reading – Genesis 15:5-12,17-18
- God promises that Abram’s descendants will be as numerous as the stars in the sky.
- God makes a covenant with Abram and grants to his descendants a new land.
Psalm – 27:1,7-9,13-14
- “The Lord is my light and my salvation.”
- We seek the Lord for courage and strength.
2nd Reading – Philippians 3:17-4:1
- Paul invites the people to be imitators of his example, following the Cross of Christ.
- We stand firm in the Lord, as we claim our citizenship in heaven.
Gospel – Luke 9:28b-36
- Jesus takes Peter, James and John up a mountain where he is transfigured in glory.
- A voice proclaims, “This is my chosen Son; listen to him.”
Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of Lent
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5th Sunday of the Year: We face our fears and follow the Lord. Catholic Inspiration
Both Isaiah and Peter face their fears as they embrace the Lord’s invitation and follow with all their heart. May their example inspire us to echo the words of Isaiah: Here I am Lord! Send me!
Mass Readings – 5th Sunday of the Year
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The Mass of Christmas: Christ our Light. Catholic Inspiration
May the light of Jesus Christ cast out the darkness in our hearts and shine with a brilliance that fosters faith as we embrace the Lord’s love. Merry Christmas!
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Daily Mass: The Lord rescues us. Catholic Inspiration
The Psalm response recalls how God rescues us in our need, inviting us to prayerfully reflect on the times we have been protected by the Lord’s grace.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 3rd Week of Advent
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3rd Sunday of Advent: Rejoice, the Lord is near! Catholic Inspiration
Paul’s Letter to the Philippians offers a rich insight filled with joy and hope: The Lord is near! May Christ’s presence in our lives encourage us to embrace the gift of faith and live it in the world.
Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of Advent
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