St. John – Apostle and Evangelist – inspires us to be living witnesses for Jesus Christ by authentically living the Good News in our daily lives.
Mass Readings – St. John, Apostle & Evangelist
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St. John, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: We joyfully share our faith in Christ. Catholic Inspiration
Daily Mass: The sacrifice of St. Stephen, the first martyr. Catholic Inspiration
The Church celebrates the martyrdom of St. Stephen immediately after Christmas, in no small way to remind us that the child we worship in the manger will grow to offer his life for the salvation of the world. May Stephen’s example inspire us today to live our lives for the Lord.
Mass Readings – St. Stephen, the first martyr
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St. Stephen, pray for us!
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Study, Pray, Serve: Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God
Here are some of the themes for the readings for the Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God.
1st Reading – Number 6:22-27
- The Lord directs Moses to speak to Aaron and his sons about how they are to bless the Israelites.
- This “Blessing of Aaron” is still used by the Church today!
Psalm – 67:2-3,5-8
- “May God bless us in his mercy.”
- We praise God and ask that the Lord have pity on us and bless us.
2nd Reading – Galatians 4:4-7
- In the fullness of time God sent his son, born of a woman, to ransom us so that we might have adoption.
- We call upon the Lord as “Abba, Father!” and are heirs of God.
Gospel – Luke 2:16-21
- This reading is also proclaimed at the Mass at Dawn on Christmas Day.
- Mary is at the center of the passage, reflecting in her heart what God has done.
Mass Readings – Mary, the Mother of God
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Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us!
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Christmas
Merry Christmas! Depending on the Mass you attend, there are four different sets of readings. Yet as we ponder God’s love for our fallen world, may the hope in our hearts burst forth as we proclaim the Good News with tidings of glad joy: today is born our savior, Christ the Lord!
Mass Readings
Vigil Mass – Mass at Night – Mass at Dawn – Mass during the Day
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Daily Mass: Blessed be the Lord! Catholic Inspiration
The Canticle of Zechariah brings the season of Advent to a close with a resounding proclamation of praise to God. May these words ring out in our hearts!
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 4th Week of Advent
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Daily Mass: The birth of John the Baptist. Catholic Inspiration
The birth of John the Baptist indicates a new element in salvation history. The hand of the Lord is upon the one who comes to prepare the way for Christ our savior.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 4th Week of Advent
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St. John of Kanty, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: We proclaim the greatness of the Lord. Catholic Inspiration
Mary’s Magnificat becomes a model for our prayer and praise to God. May these words inspire us to keep our focus upon the Lord as we draw strength from the one who saves us.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 4th Week of Advent
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Daily Mass: Faith, Fellowship and Joy. Catholic Inspiration
The encounter between Mary and Elizabeth reveals how God’s gift of joy surfaces in the presence of faith and fellowship. As we count our blessings today, may we express the Good News of the Lord’s love in our lives with those around us.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 4th Week of Advent
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St. Peter Cansius, pray for us!
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Daily Mass: For nothing will be impossible for God. Catholic Inspiration
Mary encounters the angel Gabriel, who announces God’s saving power that comes to our world through Jesus Christ. May this Good News sustain us in our difficult moments…for nothing will be impossible for God!
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 4th Week of Advent
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Daily Mass: The angel Gabriel speaks to Zechariah. Catholic Inspiration
The angel Gabriel speaks to Zechariah, announcing that his wife Elizabeth will conceive a son who will go forth with the spirit and power of Elijah to prepare a people for the Lord.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 4th Week of Advent
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Catholic Inspiration – Podcast Archives of Homilies & Talks- Daily Mass: Our faith in Christ unites us in heart and mind
- Daily Mass: It is the Holy Spirit, and not our ego, that directs our faith
- Study, Pray, Serve: 3rd Sunday of Easter
- 2nd Sunday of Easter: Peace be with you
- Daily Mass: The Holy Spirit emboldens us to live our faith
- Daily Mass: We seek to do the will of God
- Daily Mass: Knowledge of Scripture is knowledge of Christ
- Daily Mass: We receive the gift of God and share it with others
- Daily Mass: Christian faith speaks to the mind and the heart
- Daily Mass: Our lives give witness to our faith in Christ
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