A discussion about circumcision sets the stage for a major debate among the early Church.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 5th Week of Easter
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St. John I, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: The disciples confront a potential division. Catholic Inspiration
Daily Mass: Hardship is part of the journey of faith. Catholic Inspiration
Paul and Barnabas endure their share of hardship for the sake of the Gospel.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 5th 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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Study, Pray, Serve: 6th Sunday of Easter
Here are some of the themes we discover in the readings for the 6th Sunday of Easter.
1st Reading – Acts of the Apostles 15:1-2,22-29
- There is a conflict regarding whether a man must be circumcised to be a follower of Jesus Christ.
- The leaders in Jerusalem determine that circumcision is not required, thus allowing non-Jews to become Christians more easily.
Psalm – 67:2-3,5-6,8
- “O God, let all the nations praise you!”
- The people give praise to God who has pity and blesses them.
2nd Reading – Revelation 21:10-14,22-23
- Jerusalem is revealed as a radiant city polished with precious gems.
- There is no temple in the city, nor sun nor moon; God is the source of its glory and light.
Gospel – John 14:23-29
- The Father and the Son will dwell with those who out of love keep the word of Jesus.
- The Holy Spirit will come upon the disciples, offering them God’s peace.
Mass Readings – 6th Sunday of Easter
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Daily Mass: Choosing Matthias. Catholic Inspiration
The Apostles fill the vacancy caused by Judas and apply criteria and prayer to discern who will join their ranks. Their choice helps us understand how God chooses us for specific tasks today.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Matthias
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Daily Mass: Paul preaches about Jesus. Catholic Inspiration
Building upon salvation history, Paul speaks about the death and resurrection of Jesus.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 4th Week of Easter
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Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Paul preaches a short recap of salvation history. Catholic Inspiration
Paul preaches in a synagogue, offering a short recap of salvation history. His example inspires us to know the key elements of our faith so we can share the Good News with others.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 4th Week of Easter
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Saints Nereus, Achilleus and Pancras, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Fasting and prayer that leads to action. Catholic Inspiration
Having returned to Jerusalem, Paul & Barnabas are chosen for a mission after an extensive period of fasting and prayer.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 4th Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: Barnabas & Paul. Catholic Inspiration
As the early Church experiences new growth with the reception of non-Jewish Greek speakers, Barnabas sets out to find Paul and the two of them work together in Antioch for over a year.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 4th Week of the Year
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St. Damien of Moloka’i, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Peter relates how the Gentiles received the Holy Spirit. Catholic Inspiration
Peter defends his actions, showing how God’s grace and the gift of the Holy Spirit is now accessible to all people.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 4th Week of Easter
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Catholic Inspiration – Podcast Archives of Homilies & Talks- 5th Sunday of Lent: Jesus wept
- Daily Mass: Faith in the midst of division and unrest
- Daily Mass: The Lord is close to the brokenhearted
- Lenten Bootcamp: 5th Night - Building a spiritual Rule of Life
- Daily Mass: The example of St. Joseph, the spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary
- Daily Mass: Jesus Christ is the just judge
- Daily Mass: A physical healing with spiritual implications
- Daily Mass: A lesson in intercessory prayer
- Study, Pray, Serve: 5th Sunday of Lent
- "Carry Your Cross" Parish Mission: 3rd Night - Offering our lives for the Lord
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