Psalm 72 inspires us to call upon the Lord for the grace to promote God’s justice and peace in our daily lives.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 3rd Week of Advent (#194)
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Daily Mass: We strive for God’s justice and peace. Catholic Inspiration
Daily Mass: The Lord speaks of peace to his people. Catholic Inspiration
Psalm 85 addresses the deep longing for peace in our hearts.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 13th Week of the Year (#382)
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St. Maria Goretti, pray for us!
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Study, Pray, Serve: The Epiphany of the Lord
Here are some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the Epiphany of the Lord.
1st Reading – Isaiah 60:1-6
- The Lord shines over Jerusalem, as people draw near the glory of God.
- Praising God, people bring gifts and treasures into the city.
Psalm – 72:1-2,7-8,10-13
- “Lord, every nation on earth will adore you.”
- God bestows blessings on the king and the people who cry out for help.
2nd Reading – Ephesians 3:2-3a,5-6
- God has revealed the mystery of salvation to the present age.
- Through the Holy Spirit, the apostles and prophets proclaim that the Gentiles are coheirs in Jesus Christ.
Gospel – Matthew 2:1-12
- The magi arrive in Jerusalem from the east, seeking the newborn king of the Jews.
- Herod learns that the child will be born in Bethlehem and tells the magi to return and tell him the location.
- The magi follow the star, which brings them to the infant Jesus, and they offer their kingly gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
Mass Readings – The Epiphany of the Lord (#20)
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5th Sunday of the Year: We glorify God by the salt and light of our good deeds. Catholic Inspiration
Blessed by the Lord, we give glory to Christ when we extend our blessings to those in need. As we alleviate the sufferings of others, our good deeds proclaim the Gospel as we become God’s salt and light in the world.
Mass Readings – 5th Sunday of the Year
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Study, Pray, Serve: 2nd Sunday of Advent
Let’s take a look at some of the themes we find in the readings for the 2nd Sunday of Advent.
1st Reading – Isaiah 11:1-10
- The spirit of the Lord shall rest upon an ancestor of the line of Jesse, and he shall judge with justice.
- Creation will experience profound peace with those who were formerly at odds.
- Even the Gentiles will seek out God.
Psalm – 72: 1-2,7-8,12-13,17
- “Justice shall flourish in his time, and fullness of peace for ever.”
- The king shall rescue the poor and judge with justice.
2nd Reading – Romans 15:4-9
- Through Christ, God gives us hope, endurance and encouragement.
- We welcome one another, as Christ welcomes us.
Gospel – Matthew 3:1-12
- John the Baptist proclaims, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!”
- John speaks of one who is coming after him, who will baptize with the Holy Spirit and fire.
Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of Advent
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Daily Mass: God’s generosity toward us. Catholic Inspiration
Jesus offers a parable to show how God’s generosity far surpasses our notion of justice. May this insight inspire us…no matter what has happened before, God welcomes us with generous grace.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 20th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: Christ brings justice and peace to our world. Catholic Inspiration
The Psalm response joyously proclaims God’s power to bring justice and peace to our world. As disciples of Jesus Christ we proclaim the Lord’s might and live in his light.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 3rd Week of Advent
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Daily Mass: Justice and Mercy come from the Lord. Catholic Inspiration
The readings today recount two different women accused of adultery who encounter God’s justice and mercy. As we confront evil and sin in our lives, may we strive to follow the Lord.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 5th Week of Lent
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The Exaltation of the Holy Cross of Jesus Christ. Catholic Inspiration
The Cross of Christ reveals justice, humility and love as Christ triumphs over sin and death for the salvation of the world. We adore you, O Christ, and we praise you! For by your Holy Cross you have redeemed the world.
Mass Readings – The Exaltation of the Holy Cross
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16th Sunday of the Year: What’s growing in our hearts? Catholic Inspiration
The Parable of the Weeds and the Wheat reveals the ongoing need we have for repentance and conversion, as we weed out unwanted sins in our souls and cultivate a heart for the Lord.
Mass Readings – 16th Sunday of the Year
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