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Mass Readings – Thursday of the 14th Week of the Year
Jesus sends out the Twelve Apostles to proclaim that the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand. Their message is accompanied by powerful works of healing as they trust in the Lord for grace and strength. May we do the same in our lives today.
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Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 14th Week of the Year
Christ calls the Twelve by name and gives them power and authority. May we open our hearts to Lord’s call as well.
Study: Recall a time when you were treated kindly…and you didn’t deserve it. How did this kindness affect you?
Pray: Is there someone in your life who is difficult to love? Ask the Lord for grace and strength.
Serve: Is there a “neighbor” in your life that you are feeling called to help? How can you reach out?
Mass Readings – 15th Sunday of the Year
The story of the Good Samaritan takes many of us back to our elementary school days of religious education. It’s worth taking a moment to examine the structure of the context within which the parable is located in chapter ten of Luke’s Gospel:
The first half of this passage pertains to the notion of eternal life and what we must do – loving God and one another. This is a recap of the two Great Commandments, and we all generally nod our heads in agreement at the lawyer’s answer.
The second half, however, pushes the question “Who is my neighbor?” as Jesus uses the parable to point out that all people – regardless of race, color, religion – are our neighbor. Remember: the Samaritan is not Jewish, yet fulfills the command of loving the neighbor!
The takeaway for us today happens on many levels:
While there are many ways to demonstrate our love for the Lord, a clear example occurs when we act in kind and merciful ways toward one another. May see clearly our neighbors and respond to their needs with the love of Jesus Christ.
Mass Readings – 14th Sunday of the Year
Three words: Who, What, and How help us understand that just as Jesus sends out the disciples in Luke’s Gospel, the Lord also sends us…to make a difference in the world.
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Mass Readings – Saturday of the 13th Week of the Year
Amos proclaims a message of hope to the people of Israel. On this celebration of our nation’s independence, may our faith inspire us to face our challenges with the hope that the Lord will give us what we need.
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Mass Readings – Friday of the 13th Week of the Year
Jesus ate with sinners – meeting people where there were and inviting them to grow in God’s grace. With humble hearts we recall that the Lord does the same for us!
Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 13th Week of the Year
Jesus heals the paralytic AND forgives his sins. In other words, an encounter with the Lord is a healing encounter. May we both draw near to Christ and bring others in need – for the healing of body and soul.
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Mass Readings – The Solemnity of Sts. Peter & Paul
These two great figures in the Church had their share of spectacular successes and failures. They sinned, yet with God’s grace they kept their eyes fixed on Jesus – and they are wonderful examples for us today. May we embrace our faith, return to Christ when we have sinned, and seek the Lord above all else!
Study: Consider an experience where you were sent out to do a task. What was difficult? Where did you find strength to carry it out?
Pray: Is there something you are feeling called to do, but find it challenging? Ask the Lord for the grace to make it happen!
Serve: How can you help those who are doing the Lord’s work right now? How can you support missionaries, service groups, and those who care for the sick?
Mass Readings – 14th Sunday of the Year
The Gospel of Luke recounts how Jesus sent out 72 disciples. Note these features:
And they are successful! They return to Jesus, rejoicing that even demons are cast out by the power of the Lord’s name.
What a powerful reminder that we, too, are sent by the Lord. God calls us, empowers us, and directs our lives to bring faith, hope and love to those who cross our path. Let’s apply the Gospel reading then accordingly:
Christ sent out his disciples with great success, and he continues to call forth disciples today to continue his saving work. May we respond with open hearts as we make a difference among the people God places before us.
Mass Readings – 13th Sunday of the Year
As we follow Christ, may we place Jesus at the center of our lives – clearing away all distractions – and bringing the gift of our lives for the Lord’s service in the world.
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