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The Epiphany of the Lord: Receive and reveal the light of Christ! Catholic Inspiration

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On their journey to Bethlehem, the Magi encountered the newborn King and were forever changed through the process of receiving and revealing the light of Christ.

Mass Readings – The Epiphany of the Lord (#20)

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Daily Mass: See what love the Father has bestowed on us! Catholic Inspiration

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The First Letter of John speaks of the Father’s love for us as children of God, inspiring us to turn away from sin and seek purity of heart.

Mass Readings – January 3rd before Epiphany (#206)

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Daily Mass: Our Christian witness helps prepare the way of the Lord. Catholic Inspiration

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The humble witness of John the Baptist helps us see how we are called to testify to Christ by our words and actions.

Mass Readings – January 2nd before Epiphany (#205)

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St. Basil & St. Gregory Nazianzen, pray for us!


Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God

Mary keeps the presence of God before her, reflecting in her heart about her Son, the savior of the world.

Mass Readings – Mary, Mother of God (#18)

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Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us!


Daily Mass: Our lives are guided by the Word and Light of Christ. Catholic Inspiration

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The prologue of John’s Gospel reveals Jesus Christ is the Word and Light that fills all with grace who believe and follow him.

Mass Readings – Seventh Day in the Octave of Christmas (#204)

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St. Sylvester, pray for us!


Daily Mass: Our spiritual sight is strengthened through fasting and prayer. Catholic Inspiration

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The prophetess, Anna, who spends her days in fasting and prayer, recognizes Jesus as the awaited messiah when Joseph and Mary present him in the temple.

Mass Reading – The Sixth Day in the Octave of Christmas (#203)

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The Holy Family: Our families become holy when Christ is in our midst. Catholic Inspiration

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The Holy Family did not have an easy life; however, they were able to face the challenges of life with the grace and strength of Jesus in their midst.

Mass Readings – Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph (#17)

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Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, pray for us!


Daily Mass: Our lives give witness to Christ. Catholic Inspiration

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The example of John, the beloved disciple who wrote both a Gospel and three letters, inspires us to share our faith with others through the experiences we have seen and heard.

Mass Readings – Feast of St. John, Apostle and evangelist (#697)

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St. John the Evangelist, pray for us!


Daily Mass: Our strength comes from God in moments of trial. Catholic Inspiration

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The martyrdom of Stephen reveals the cost of discipleship, empowering us to hold on to our faith even when it is unpopular, uncomfortable, and unpleasant.

Mass Readings – St. Stephen, first martyr (#696)

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Christmas – May the light of Christ shine in our hearts!

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As a tiny flame can grow to a blazing bonfire, the tiny baby born in Bethlehem becomes the light of the world. May our hearts be open to receive the light and love of Jesus Christ this Christmas so we can shine as his witnesses in the world. Merry Christmas, my friends!

Mass Readings – Vigil, Night, Dawn, and Day

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