Today’s first reading shows how Pharaoh pursued the Hebrews after they left Egypt. Despite the fear of the people, God promises to defend them in their moment of need.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 16th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: Pharaoh’s army pursues the people of Israel. Catholic Inspiration
Study, Pray, Serve: 17th Sunday of the Year
Let’s take a look at some of the key themes that surface in the readings for this 17th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – 2nd Kings 4:42-44
- Chapters 4-6 feature some miracles performed by the prophet Elisha.
- In this passage, the people have more than enough to eat from 20 barley loaves.
Responsorial Psalm – 145:10-11,15-18
- “The hand of the Lord feeds us; he answers all our needs.”
- God provides for the needs of the people.
2nd Reading – Ephesians 4:1-6
- We are urged to live in a virtuous manner of life, worthy of the call we have received.
- We seek to preserve the unity of the spirit through the bond of peace.
Gospel – John 6:1-15
- Jesus meets the physical needs of the people who have been listening to him.
- Upon the blessing of Jesus, the five loaves and two fish are more than enough for the 5000 people.
Mass Readings – 17th Sunday of the Year
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16th Sunday of the Year: Shepherds and Sheep. Catholic Inspiration
The time honored words of Psalm 23 have inspired and sustained countless souls throughout salvation history. The images of shepherds and sheep continue to offer insight today as we consider how our faith in Jesus Christ challenges us at times to lead and follow.
Mass Readings – 16th Sunday of the Year
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Daily Mass: The departure from Egypt. Catholic Inspiration
As the people of Israel begin their journey out of Egypt they will experience the awkward sense of being unsettled as they make the transition from slavery to freedom. Transitions are part of our experience, and this passage from Exodus invites us to trust in the Lord as we face the uncertainty of life.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 15th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: The Passover Meal sets the context of the Eucharist. Catholic Inspiration
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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Daily Mass: God speaks to Moses about the promised land. Catholic Inspiration
As God speaks to Moses about his task in Egypt, the Lord refers to a land that shall be given to the people of Israel after they have been liberated from slavery…a land flowing of milk and honey.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 15th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: The burning bush and the call of Moses. Catholic Inspiration
Moses stands on holy ground in the sight of the burning bush and has an encounter with God, who commands him to return to Egypt. The awkward response of Moses prompts us to reflect on how we have experienced the Lord in our lives and consider what challenging situations we need to address today.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 15th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: Setting the stage for the life of Moses. Catholic Inspiration
Todays’ first reading explores the early life of Moses, from his birth to his flight in Midian. The passage also reveals the pattern of conflict that often persists in human life.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 15th Week of the Year
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Daily Mass: Slavery and Sin in the Book of Exodus. Catholic Inspiration
For the next three weeks we will encounter the key elements that surface from the Book of Exodus, which offers an encounter of freedom from the bondage of slavery that is crucial for both Jewish and Christian prayer.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 15th Week of the Year
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Study, Pray, Serve: 16th Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the main themes in the readings on this 16th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Jeremiah 23:1-6
- Woe to the shepherds that mislead and scatter the flock.
- God will appoint shepherds who will protect the flock, and none shall be missing.
Psalm – 23:1-6
- “The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want.”
- God guides, protects and leads us to the Lord’s house, our final dwelling.
2nd Reading – Ephesians 2:13-18
- Christ is our lasting peace, reconciling us to God through the Cross.
- We are no longer far off, but have now drawn near through the blood of Christ.
Gospel – Mark 6:30-34
- Having reported all that they have done, Christ invites the apostles to come away and rest.
- Crowds follow Jesus, and he takes pity on them…for they were like sheep without a shepherd.
Mass Readings – 16th Sunday of the Year
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