We all seek healing in body, heart, mind and soul. May the Letter of James inspire us to call upon the Lord for healing both on the inside and the outside as we strive to be agents of healing for one another.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 7th Week of the Year
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How often do we catch ourselves whining and complaining? (Be honest!) The fact is that it seldom helps, whereas the practice of patience and perseverance can strengthen our souls.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 7th Week of the Year
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How we spend our money says a lot about our values and priorities. The Letter of James weighs in on the topic, warning us of the consequences if we fail to use wealth wisely.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 7th Week of the Year
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How do we spend our time? Are we trapped in the past or always worried about the future? The Letter of James reminds us to live in the current moment, mindful that it is a precious treasure from the Lord.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 7th Week of the Year
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St. Polycarp, pray for us!
When asked by the Lord, the disciples offered many answers about the identity of Jesus. Peter, however, gets it right: he is the Christ! May our lives proclaim this truth each and every day.
Mass Readings – Feast of the Chair of St. Peter
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The first reading offers practical advice to help us evaluate the spiritual state of our souls. Do we find bitterness, jealousy, or self-ambition? Instead, may we cultivate the fruits of the Spirit, a true harvest that comes from Heaven.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 7th Week of the Year
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St. Peter Damian, pray for us!
Let’s take a look at the themes in the readings for the 8th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Sirach 27:4-7
Psalm 92:2-3,13-16
2nd Reading – 1st Corinthians 15:54-58
Gospel – Luke 6:39-45
Mass Readings – 8th Sunday of the Year
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The Lord’s teaching in Luke’s Gospel has powerful consequences for our spiritual lives. When we love – especially in difficult moments of conflict – we embrace the grace of Christ and live the gift of life at full power. This is not an easy teaching! The Lord, however, is always near to help us put his love into practice.
Mass Readings – 7th Sunday of the Year
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We’ve all done it. We’ve all said things that we regret and wish we could unsay…because of the damage and pain they have called. The Letter of James reminds us all to tame our tongue!
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 6th Week of the Year
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The example of our lives (our “works”) reveals our faith. This fruitfulness of our actions expresses our love for Christ. May our faith shine forth in the works we do as we offer our lives today.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 6th Week of the Year
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