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Here are some of the themes found in the Mass readings for the 29th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Isaiah 45:1,4-6
Cyrus, even though he did not know the Lord, has been chosen and anointed as ruler.
With God’s help, Cyrus will subdue nations for the sake of Israel.
Psalm – 96: 1,3,4-5,7-10
“Give the Lord glory and honor.”
We sing to the Lord, giving glory and praise, as we worship and acknowledge God’s might.
2nd Reading – 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5b
Paul, with companions Silvanus and Timothy, greets the people in the name of Jesus Christ.
Chosen by God, the people have received power through the Holy Spirit.
Gospel – Matthew 22:15-21
The Pharisees and Herodians attempt to trap Jesus with a trick question about paying taxes.
The Lord deftly sidesteps the trap and gives glory to God.
Mass Readings – 29th Sunday of the Year (A)
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Psalm 23 inspires us to trust in the Lord when we face difficult and challenging times.
Mass Readings – 28th Sunday of the Year (A)
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The Lord reveals how we are blessed when we hear the Word of God and observe it.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 27th Week of the Year
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St. Callistus, pray for us!
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Driving out a demon, Jesus teaches the crowd about the ongoing need for vigilance in the spiritual battle against evil.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 27th Week of the Year
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The Lord teaches his disciples to ask, seek, and knock for God’s grace to dwell in us through the Holy Spirit.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 27th Week of the Year
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When asked by a disciple, Jesus teaches his followers how to pray.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 27th Week of the Year
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St. Pope John XXIII, pray for us!
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Jesus speaks to Martha about her sister Mary, who has been sitting and listening to the Lord.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 27th Week of the Year
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During his encounter with a scholar of the law, Jesus offers the parable of the good Samaritan as an example of how we can love our neighbor.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 27th Week of the Year
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St. John Leonardi and St. Denis & Companions, pray for us!
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Here are some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 28th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Isaiah 25:6-10a
On the mountain of the Lord there will be a feast with rich food and choice wines.
There will be no sorrow, only joy, for the hand of the Lord will rest on this mountain.
Psalm – 23:1-6
“I shall live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life.”
Psalm 23 is always popular, but note the table that God sets before us!
2nd Reading – Philippians 4:12-14,19-20
Whether in abundance or need, all things are possible with Christ who strengthens us.
We call upon the Lord, trusting that God will supply all our needs.
Gospel – Matthew 22:1-14
Jesus offers a parable where the Kingdom of Heaven is likened to a wedding feast.
Many are invited, but not all accept the invitation or come prepared.
Mass Readings – 28th Sunday of the Year (A)
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In answer to the call to live a fruitful life in the first reading, Gospel, and Psalm with the consistent image of a vineyard, St. Paul offers a powerful exhortation to act in a manner that is worthy of the Lord.
Mass Readings – 27th Sunday of the Year
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Three Great Things 