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Let’s examine some of the themes that surface in the Mass readings for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ – Corpus Christi.
1st Reading – Exodus 24:3-8
The people affirm that they will do everything that the Lord has told them through Moses.
Moses then offers a blood sacrifice and enters the people into a covenant with God.
Psalm – 116:12-13,15-18
“I will take the cup of salvation, and call on the name of the Lord.”
We pledge our service and sacrifice to the Lord, who has done good things for us.
2nd Reading – Hebrews 9:11-15
Jesus Christ is our great high priest, who offers the unblemished sacrifice of his blood.
As mediator of the new covenant, Christ has delivered us from death with the promise of eternal life.
Gospel – Mark 14:12-16, 22-26
Jesus directs his disciples to prepare the place for the Passover supper.
The Lord blesses bread and wine, defines it as his body and blood, and commands them to take it in his memory.
Mass Readings – Corpus Christi (#168)
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Paul’s Letter to the Romans reveals how we are adopted into the life of the Trinity: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, forging a communion here on earth that prepares us for the Communion of Saints in Heaven.
Mass Readings – The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity (#165)
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Chapter five in the Letter of James offers insight into Confession and Anointing of the Sick, profound sacraments in the Church that bring healing to body, mind, heart, and soul.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 7th Week of the Year (#346)
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St. Bede, St. Gregory VII, and St. Mary Magdalene de’ Pazzi, pray for us!
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While it’s human to complain when life is tough, James invites us to persevere with God’s grace.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 7th Week of the Year (#345)
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James raises the awkward question about wealth, challenging us to ask the hard question, “When is it enough?”
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 7th Week of the Year (#344)
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James reminds us that life is uncertain and brief, like a puff of smoke that appears briefly and disappears.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 7th Week of the Year (#343)
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St. Rita of Cascia, pray for us!
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Photo by Garon Piceli on Pexels.com The Letter of James offers sound spiritual advice and exhortation, reminding us to wage our spiritual battle by remaining close to the Lord and resisting temptation in all its forms.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 7th Week of the Year (#342)
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St. Christopher Magallanes & Companions, pray for us!
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The words of Jesus to John the beloved disciple apply to us as well: “Behold your Mother.”
Mass Readings – Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church (#572)
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Holy Mary, Mother of the Church, pray for us!
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Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity.
1st Reading – Deuteronomy 4:32-34-39-40
Moses reminds the people of God’s grandeur, power and might when they were in Egypt.
The people fix in their hearts the Lord’s statutes and commandments, so that they will prosper and have long life in the land.
Psalm – 33:4-6,9,18-20,22
“Blessed the people the Lord has chosen to be his own.”
We wait for the Lord, whose word is upright, just, and trustworthy.
2nd Reading – Romans 8:14-17
Those who are led by the Spirit are children of God by adoption.
The Spirit bears witness to this relationship, and we are glorified through our suffering with Christ.
Gospel – Matthew 28:16-20
After the resurrection, Jesus gathers the eleven disciples, some of whom are still doubting.
He sends them on a great commission to baptize and teach in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Mass Readings – The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity (#165)
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May the power of the Holy Spirit fill our hearts, casting out fear and strengthening us to face the trials of life. Come Holy Spirit!
Mass Readings – Pentecost (#62,#63)
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Three Great Things 