The exhortation in Ephesians invites us to embrace the call of our life in Christ and live it in a truly exemplary manner.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 29th Week of the Year
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Study, Pray, Serve: 30th Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the themes in the readings for the 30th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Sirach 35:12-14,16-18
- The Lord, a God of justice, hears the cry of the weak and the oppressed, the orphan and the widow.
- The prayer of the lowly reaches the Most High who judges justly and affirms what is right.
Psalm – 34:2-3,17-19,23
- “The Lord hears the cry of the poor.”
- God is close to the brokenhearted and rescues them from distress.
2nd Reading – 2nd Timothy 4:6-8,16-18
- Having kept the faith during a time of trial, the Lord gave strength to continue.
Gospel – Luke 18:9-14
- Two men went to pray, but only one was heard by God…a tax collector who acknowledged his sin and need for the Lord’s mercy.
- “Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and who humbles himself will be exalted.”
Mass Readings – 30th Sunday of the Year
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22nd Sunday of the Year: Getting grounded in humility. Catholic Inspiration
Both the Book of Sirach and the Gospel of Luke emphasize the virtue of humility in our actions with God and one another as we confront it’s opposing vice, pride.
Mass Readings – 22nd Sunday of the Year
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Daily Mass: We boast in the Lord. Catholic Inspiration
St. Paul shows how God calls the weak, the lowly and those deemed foolish in the eyes of the world to stand with might before the powerful. Where do these humble people find their strength? In Jesus Christ!
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 21st Week of the Year
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St. Monica, pray for us!
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Study, Pray, Serve: 22nd Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the key themes that surface in the readings for the 22nd Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Sirach 3:17-18,20,28-29
- We find favor with God when we conduct our affairs with humility.
- Aware of our limitations, we cultivate wisdom and give alms.
Psalm – 68:4-7,10-11
- “God, in your goodness, you have made a home for the poor.”
- We rejoice in the Lord, who protects those in need.
2nd Reading – Hebrews 12:18-19,22-24a
- We approach God in Mount Zion, surrounded by angels and the assembly of heaven.
- Jesus is the mediator of the new covenant, made possible through his blood.
Gospel – Luke 14:1,7-14
- Jesus uses the opportunity at a banquet to teach about humility and care for others.
- “Everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”
Mass Readings – 22nd Sunday of the Year
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Daily Mass: The heart of a humble servant. Catholic Inspiration
The end of today’s passage in the Gospel of Matthew invites us to reflect on humble service, offering us a way to engage with one another in the spirit of Jesus Christ.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 20th Week of the Year
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St. Bernard, pray for us!
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The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Catholic Inspiration
Mary proclaims her great Magnificat in Luke’s Gospel, giving praise to God who does mighty things through our lowly lives. May her words inspire us to offer our lives to the Lord!
Mass Readings – Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
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Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: The greatness of a humble heart. Catholic Inspiration
Using the example of a little child, the Lord teaches the disciples that true greatness comes from a humble heart.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 19th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: Apollos learns and teaches about Jesus. Catholic Inspiration
Apollos is a disciple who eloquently shares his knowledge of the Lord and demonstrates an openness to learning and instruction. May his example inspire us to continue to grow in our faith!
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 6th Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: A case of mistaken identity. Catholic Inspiration
After performing a miracle, Paul and Barnabas are mistaken by the crowds as Hermes and Zeus! Their response shows the humility of their hearts and the zeal of their faith in Jesus.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 5th Week of Easter
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