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Writing to the people of Corinth, Paul reminds them that he preached not with human wisdom, but about how God’s power was revealed through the crucifixion of Christ.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 22nd Week of the Year (#431)
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May this Labor Day holiday be a blessing to you and your loved ones!
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Let’s explore some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 23rd Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Isaiah 35:4-7a
Say to those whose hearts are frightened: be strong, fear not!
God comes to the people bringing healing and life to the world.
Psalm – 146:7-10
“Praise the Lord, my soul!”
We glorify God who brings hope and healing to those in need, and thwarts the way of the wicked.
2nd Reading – James 2:1-5
We are charged to show no partiality to others based on wealth or appearance.
God chooses the poor in the world to be rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom.
Gospel – Mark 7:31-37
A deaf man with a speech impediment is brought before Jesus.
After the Lord heals the man, the crowds give praise to God.
Mass Readings – 23rd Sunday of the Year (#128)
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James reminds us that when we humbly receive God’s word we are doubly challenged to put it into practice, no matter how hard, to grow in faith and serve the Lord.
Mass Readings – 22nd Sunday of the Year (#125)
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Jesus offers a parable to his disciples, inspiring us to name our gifts and talents and then put them in service for the Lord.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 21st Week of the Year (#430)
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Through prayer, sacraments, and virtuous service, we prepare ourselves for the surprises and uncertainties of life.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 21st Week of the Year (#429)
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Jeremiah is told by the Lord in no uncertain terms that he will speak a message that will test his endurance. His strength? It comes from the Lord!
Mass Readings – Passion of John the Baptist (#634)
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St. John the Baptist, pray for us!
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Paul reminds the people how he was a model of faith during his stay, inviting them to consider how they will give faithful witness to one another.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 21st Week of the Year (#427)
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St. Augustine, pray for us!
(And as he is also the patron of my diocese…St. Augustine, pray for the Diocese of Superior!)
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Paul exhorts the people to stand firm and hold fast to their faith when deceptions and false reports make them anxious or afraid.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 21st Week of the Year (#426)
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St. Monica, pray for us!
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The 2nd Letter to the Thessalonians recalls our need to pray always for those who live their faith, even as they struggle with persecution and affliction.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 21st Week of the Year (#425)
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Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 22nd Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Deuteronomy 4:1-2,6-8
Moses tells the people to observe the commandments of the Lord.
Through their adherence, they will reveal to the nations the wisdom that comes from God.
Psalm – 15:2-5
“The one who does justice will live in the presence of the Lord.”
The virtuous person who fears the Lord will never be disturbed.
2nd Reading – James 1:17-18,21b-22,27
We humbly welcome all the good and perfect gifts that come from the Father.
We are doers of the word and not hearers only.
Gospel – Mark 7:1-8,14-15,21-23
Jesus quotes Isaiah, responding to the Pharisees that God’s commandments supersede human precepts.
The Lord then teaches that the evils that come from within a person (from their hearts) are what defile.
Mass Readings – 22nd Sunday of the Year (B, #125)
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Catholic Inspiration – Podcast Archives of Homilies & Talks
Three Great Things 