Following the death of Stephen the disciples face violent persecution even as they continue to grow in numbers and perform amazing deeds in the name of Jesus.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 3rd Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: Jesus Christ is the bread of life. Catholic Inspiration
Daily Mass: The courage to face death. Catholic Inspiration
The seventh chapter of Acts recounts the martyrdom of Stephen and offers us an insight into the courage of the early Church. Where does this strength come from? Jesus Christ, the bread of life!
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 3rd Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: The martyrdom of St. Stephen. Catholic Inspiration
Stephen is the first disciple to be martyred: to die for his faith in Jesus Christ. His example reminds us that we will all make an offering of our lives – in great and small ways – as we put our faith into practice.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 3rd Week of Easter
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Daily Mass: The martyrdom of St. Stephen. Catholic Inspiration
With the joy of Christ’s birth ringing in the air we celebrate today the death of St. Stephen, the first martyr. Why? To help us see the connection between the Christ’s birth and saving death as we offer our lives for the Lord. Thus, the Christmas spirit gives us hope to face the sacrifices of this life with the conviction that the Jesus Christ will guide and lead us to Heaven.
Mass Readings – Feast of Stephen, first martyr
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