St. Stephen – the first martyr of the Early Church – is filled with the Holy Spirit and speaks with bold eloquence as he is brought before the Sanhedrin.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 3rd Week of Easter
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St. Athanasius, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: St. Stephen is filled with the Holy Spirit. Catholic Inspiration
Study, Pray, Serve: 4th Sunday of Easter
Here are some of the key themes for the readings for the 4th Sunday of Easter.
1st Reading – Acts of the Apostles 13:14,43-52
- While in Antioch, Paul and Barnabas preach Good News to the Gentiles who are delighted.
- As they quote from the prophet Isaiah, they incur the wrath of the Jews and are expelled.
Psalm – 100:1-3,5
- “We are his people, the sheep of his flock.”
- We rejoice at the kindness and faithfulness of the Lord, who protects us.
2nd Reading – Revelation 7:9,14b-17
- John has a vision of a great multitude who have survived the time of great distress and are before the throne of the Lamb.
- The Lamb will shepherd them, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.
Gospel – John 10:27-30
- Jesus teaches that his sheep hear his voice and follow him for they know him.
- United with the Father, no one can the sheep out of the Lord’s hand.
Mass Readings – 4th Sunday of Easter
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3rd Sunday of Easter: Our sacrifices reveal the depths of our love. Catholic Inspiration
The profound transformation of the Apostles is witnessed by their joyful willingness to suffer for the name of Jesus. Why? Because they have been filled with the love of Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit!
Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of Easter
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Daily Mass: The noble calling to serve. Catholic Inspiration
The formal selection of the first deacons reveals the noble calling it is to be chosen to serve others. May we look for opportunities to care for one another with dignity and respect.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 2nd Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: If it’s from God, God will direct it. Catholic Inspiration
Gamaliel offers practical wisdom to the Sanhedrin, reminding us that while human plans will fail, God’s plan will flourish.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 2nd Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: God’s word is our command. Catholic Inspiration
As the Sanhedrin’s tension turns to fury, the Apostles remain adamant: we must obey God rather than men.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 2nd Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: Facing conflict and tension with God’s grace. Catholic Inspiration
Confronted by the jealousy of the high priests and the Sadducees, the Apostles continue to remain steadfast in their proclamation of the Good News of Jesus.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 2nd Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: United in heart and mind. Catholic Inspiration
We are inspired to unite with one another as we observe the example of the Apostles, who were of one heart and mind.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 2nd Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: Sound advice for spiritual battle. Catholic Inspiration
We take a break from the Acts of the Apostles and read from First Letter of Peter on this feast of St. Mark. What we find is some sound practical advice to help us in our spiritual battle.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Mark, Evangelist
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Study, Pray, Serve: 3rd Sunday of Easter
Here are some of the key themes that surface in the readings for the 3rd Sunday of Easter.
1st Reading – Acts 5:27-32,40b-41
- The Apostles stand before the Sanhedrin, stating that they must obey God rather than men.
- The Apostles rejoice that they were found worthy to suffer dishonor for the sake of the name of Jesus.
Psalm – 30:2,4-6,11-13
- “I will praise you, Lord, for you have rescued me.”
- God offers help in times of testing and trial.
2nd Reading – Revelation 5:11-14
- John sees the heavenly host of angels praising the Lamb of God.
- All present cry out, “Amen!” and worship the Lord.
Gospel – John 21:1-19
- A group of disciples recognize the Risen Lord while fishing.
- Peter responds three times to Jesus’ question, “Do you love me?”
Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of Easter
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