Moses offers an exhortation to the people of Israel with words that speak to our hearts today!
Mass Readings – Monday of the 19th Week of the Year
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St. Theresa Benedicta of the Cross…pray for us!
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Daily Mass: We love and serve the Lord with all our heart and soul. Catholic Inspiration
Study, Pray, Serve: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Here are some of the themes from the readings on this feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
1st Reading – Revelation 11:19a, 12:1-6a, 10ab
- The Church interprets the woman in this passage as Mary.
- The dragon is the enemy who attempts to destroy the woman and child.
- The voice of heaven proclaims God’s authority and kingdom have come through the son, born of the woman, who will rule all nations.
Psalm – 45:10-12,16
- “The queen stands at your right hand, arrayed in gold.”
- This psalm, when applied to Mary, reveals her majesty among all created things as queen.
2nd Reading – 1st Corinthians 15:20-27
- The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ overturns the first sin of Adam.
- Christ will reign over all things, finally destroying death forever.
Gospel – Luke 1:39-56
- The first part of the passage describes the interaction between Mary and Elizabeth as their babies (from within the womb) leap for joy.
- The second part of the passage offers Mary’s great Magnificat of praise and thanksgiving to God.
Mass Readings – The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
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Our Lady, Queen of Heaven…pray for us!
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19th Sunday of the Year: You are what you eat. Catholic Inspiration
As we continue to hear the “Bread of Life” discourse from the sixth chapter of the Gospel of John, we reflect on how our spiritual health is renewed by the frequent and worthy reception of Holy Communion. We are what we eat!
Mass Readings – 19th Sunday of the Year
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Daily Mass: May we have the faith of a mustard seed. Catholic Inspiration
Following the glory of the Transfiguration, the disciples encounter a situation that reveals their lack of faith. May the Lord’s example of the mustard seed inspire us to draw closer to Christ each and every day.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 18th Week of the Year
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The Transfiguration of the Lord. Catholic Inspiration
The glimpse of glory and the echo of the Father’s voice reinforced the faith of Peter, James and John. May we look for those moments in our lives when God’s grace illuminates our hearts and strengthens our resolve to follow Christ.
Mass Readings – Transfiguration of the Lord
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Daily Mass: If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts. Catholic Inspiration
The response from Psalm 95 references the episode in the first reading today. May our hearts be open to God’s grace as we place our hope in the Lord’s guidance today.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 18th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: Confronting our fears. Catholic Inspiration
In the first reading from the Book of Numbers, the people arrive at the Promised Land and fall under the influence of their fears. Lest we be too quick to judge them, it’s a good reminder for us to take a hard look at whatever keeps us from doing what is right…all because we are afraid.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 18th Week of the Year
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St. John Vianney, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: Be merciful, O Lord, for we have sinned. Catholic Inspiration
Psalm 51 offers a powerful opportunity for repentance and conversion of heart. When we honestly acknowledge our sins and ask for forgiveness, the Lord’s grace can heal and renew us with new life.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 18th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: Sing for joy to God our help! Catholic Inspiration
The Psalm Response offers a beautiful proclamation in the context of the two feeding miracles from the first reading and the Gospel. May our hearts give joyful praise to God as we count our blessings this day!
Mass Readings – Monday of the 18th Week of Year
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Study, Pray, Serve: 19th Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the main themes present in the readings for the 19th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – 1 Kings 19:4-8
- Elijah is hungry in the wilderness and is fed by the angel of God.
- Elijah’s food is meant to strengthen him for his journey.
Psalm – 34:2-9
- “Taste and see the goodness of the Lord.”
- We give praise and glory to God who saves us from distress.
2nd Reading – Ephesians 4:30-5:2
- We are imitators of God as beloved children and live in love.
- We cast out vices and we forgive one another as God has forgiven us.
Gospel – John 6:41-51
- Continuing with the “Bread of Life” discourse from last week, Jesus addresses those who are murmuring.
- Christ reaffirms that he is the living bread; whoever eats this bread will live forever.
Mass Readings – 19th Sunday of the Year
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