Jesus speaks with the disciples of John the Baptist, reminding them that there are moments in our spiritual lives for both fasting and feasting.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 13th Week of the Year (#382)
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St. Anthony Mary Zaccaria & St. Elizabeth of Portugal, pray for us!
Jesus invites Matthew to follow him, and he immediately responds within the unique context of his life.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 13th Week of the Year (#381)
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May this 4th of July be a time of blessing for all Americans as we enjoy our religious freedom and live up to the responsibilities of our liberty.
The encounter between Jesus and Thomas reveals God’s desire to meet us where we are, inviting us to move from doubt to vibrant faith.
Mass Readings – St. Thomas, Apostle (#593)
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St. Thomas, pray for us!
Jesus encounters two men possessed by demons who reveal the Lord’s divine identity and true authority.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 13th Week of the Year (#379)
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In the midst of a dangerous moment on the Sea of Galilee, Jesus reminds his disciples that faith is a key component for our guidance and strength.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 13th Week of the Year (#378)
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St. Junipero Serra, pray for us!
Amidst the distractions and blessings of life, we put Jesus Christ first and foremost in our hearts.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 13th Week of the Year (#377)
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Holy Roman Martyrs, pray for us!
Let’s examine some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 14th Week of the Year.
1st Reading – Isaiah 66:10-14c
Psalm – 66:1-7,16,20
2nd Reading – Galatians 6:14-18
Gospel – Luke 10:1-12,17-20
Mass Readings – 14th Sunday of the Year (#102)
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St. Peter and St. Paul reveal how God’s grace can work in our weak and wounded hearts to do extraordinary things, reminding us that it is not how we start but how we finish that matters most.
Mass Readings – Solemnity of St. Peter and St. Paul (#591)
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St. Peter and St. Paul, pray for us!
The exchange between Jesus and the Roman centurion reveals a depth of faith that inspires us to place our love for Christ above all things.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 12th Week of the Year (#376)
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Blessed Virgin Mary and St. Irenaeus, pray for us!
On this Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, we respond to the fierce love of God as revealed by the image of a shepherd who defends and protects, nourishes and guides the flock entrusted to his care.
Mass Readings – Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus (#172)
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Lord Jesus, may your Sacred Heart fill out hearts with your love!
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