St. Mary Magdalene is the first person to meet the Risen Lord. Her life – a testament to God’s grace – inspires us to confront our own weaknesses and draw strength from the healing love of Christ.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Mary Magdalene
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Today’s reading from Exodus reveals how the Lord directed the Passover Meal to Moses and Aaron. This passage thus establishes the Passover as a central part of Jewish prayer which will ultimately set the context for the Eucharist. It was during a Passover Meal with his disciples that Jesus offers the New Covenant through his Body and Blood…which frees us from the bondage of sin and leads us to eternal life.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 15th Week of the Year
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Here are some of the main themes in the readings on this 16th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Jeremiah 23:1-6
Psalm – 23:1-6
2nd Reading – Ephesians 2:13-18
Gospel – Mark 6:30-34
Mass Readings – 16th Sunday of the Year
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Having warned the Apostles of the cost of discipleship, Jesus urges them to let go of fear and follow in faith. It’s a good reminder for us all!
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 14th Week of the Year
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As the Lord carries out his earthly ministry, his compassion and pity emerge through his response to the people in their need.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 14th Week of the Year
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These two heavy hitters are remembered today, not because they were perfect; rather, they accepted the grace from God that they received and made an offering of their lives to the Lord. May they inspire us today!
Mass Readings – The Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, Apostles
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The compassion of Christ is revealed as the Lord heals a leper who asks for help. May we approach Jesus with the same trust whenever we encounter a time of need.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 12th Week of the Year
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The “Golden Rule” is taught by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount today. Now for the hard part: putting it into daily practice!
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 12th Week of the Year
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The Lord reminds us that our values will be revealed by the treasures we keep. May our eyes be fixed on the things of Heaven and we offer our lives for the Lord here on earth.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 11th Week of the Year
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Perhaps one of the most demanding teachings of Christ, the passage from Matthew’s Gospel challenges us to put this command of God to the toughest test, as we love the hardest group of all…our enemies.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 11th Week of the Year
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