The cruelty and injustice of John’s death remind us that such forces are ever-present in our world. In our times of suffering, we look to the Cross of Christ for the grace and strength we need to carry on.
Mass Readings – Memorial of the Passion of John the Baptist
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St. John the Baptist, pray for us!
In his First Letter to the Thessalonians, Paul gives thanks to God for the people’s faith response to the Good News. May their example inspire us to do the same!
Mass Readings – Monday of the 21st Week of the Year
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St. Augustine, pray for us!
Note: St. Augustine is the patron for my local Church – the Diocese of Superior. Happy feast day!
Here are some of the central themes in the Mass readings for the 22nd Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Jeremiah 20:7-9
Psalm – 63:2-6,8-9
2nd Reading – Romans 12:1-2
Gospel – Matthew 16:21-27
Mass Readings – 22nd Sunday of the Year
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Following his profession of faith, Peter is given a new name, authority, and keys to the Kingdom of Heaven. May we accept the keys of faith that we have received from the Lord and use them wisely for the glory of God.
Mass Readings – 21st Sunday of the Year
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St. Monica, pray for us!
The Lord takes a teachable moment to direct his disciples to seek greatness through the service of others with a humble heart.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 20th Week of the Year
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When tested by a scholar of the law, Jesus quotes Scripture and offers two Commandments as a summary of all the rest. Our task? To love the Lord and one another!
Mass Readings – Friday of the 20th Week of the Year
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St. Louis of France and St. Joseph Calasanz, pray for us!
Nathanael is brought to Jesus, and through the discussion he acknowledges that Jesus is the Son of God.
Mass Readings – St. Bartholomew, Apostle
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St. Bartholomew, pray for us!
Jesus offers a parable to illustrate God’s generous grace in our lives.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 20th Week of the Year
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St. Rose of Lima, pray for us!
The Lord teaches a tough message, that “it will be hard for one who is rich to enter the kingdom of heaven.” Yet when we focus on our faith in Christ, God makes it possible for us to use the gifts of wealth and power as wise stewards who promote the Good News in the world.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 20th Week of the Year
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Mary, Queen of Heaven, pray for us!
The Book of Judges outlines an emerging pattern in the children of Israel. For a time they draw close to the Lord, and then they fall away into temptation. Yet through it all the Lord continues to be present, raising up judges to guide the people into right relationship with God.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 20th Week of the Year
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St. Pius X, pray for us!
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