Psalm 145 proclaims the marvels of God’s might, and the response reminds us to echo this Good News to all the world.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Bartholomew, Apostle
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St. Bartholomew, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Do not be deceived; stand fast! Catholic Inspiration
St. Paul continues his exhortation in the Second Letter to the Thessalonians, pointing out that deception comes from a number of different directions. Our task? Stand firm in our faith in the Lord Jesus!
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 21st Week of the Year
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St. Rose of Lima, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Endurance and Faith. Catholic Inspiration
St. Paul acknowledges the endurance and faith in his 2nd Letter to the Thessalonians, reminding us that as we face the struggles of life we call upon the Lord for the strength we need.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 21st Week of the Year
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Holy Mary, Queen of Heaven, pray for us!
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Study, Pray, Serve: 22nd Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the key themes that surface in the readings for the 22nd Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Sirach 3:17-18,20,28-29
- We find favor with God when we conduct our affairs with humility.
- Aware of our limitations, we cultivate wisdom and give alms.
Psalm – 68:4-7,10-11
- “God, in your goodness, you have made a home for the poor.”
- We rejoice in the Lord, who protects those in need.
2nd Reading – Hebrews 12:18-19,22-24a
- We approach God in Mount Zion, surrounded by angels and the assembly of heaven.
- Jesus is the mediator of the new covenant, made possible through his blood.
Gospel – Luke 14:1,7-14
- Jesus uses the opportunity at a banquet to teach about humility and care for others.
- “Everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”
Mass Readings – 22nd Sunday of the Year
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21st Sunday of the Year: We discipline our lives for the Lord. Catholic Inspiration
The Letter to the Hebrews exhorts us to be disciplined by the Lord, who out of love trains us for the spiritual battles of life. May we call upon Christ to see where discipline is lacking and put it into practice.
Mass Readings – 21st Sunday of the Year
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Daily Mass: The heart of a humble servant. Catholic Inspiration
The end of today’s passage in the Gospel of Matthew invites us to reflect on humble service, offering us a way to engage with one another in the spirit of Jesus Christ.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 20th Week of the Year
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St. Bernard, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: A word about the commandments to love. Catholic Inspiration
Jesus offers the commandments to love God and neighbor as the foundation for the law and the prophets. Our task requires us to understand how we put this commandment into practice amidst the challenges of modern life.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 20th Week of the Year
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St. John Eudes, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: God cleanses us and washes away our sins. Catholic Inspiration
Both Ezekiel and Psalm 51 offer the beautiful image of God cleansing our souls with pure water that washes away our sins. May the image inspire us to repent and run to the Lord, who longs purify our hearts.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 20th Week of the Year
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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: In God we trust. Catholic Inspiration
The Lord’s words challenge and console us as we consider who will be saved. The challenge happens when we place our hope in worldly things. The consolation comes when we trust in the Lord, who makes all things possible.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 20th Week of the Year
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St. Stephen of Hungary, pray for us!
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