Following the raising of Lazarus, the political intrigue around Jesus grows as Caiaphas speaks prophetically that it is better that one man should die for all the people.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 5th Week of Lent (#256)
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Daily Mass: The stage is set for Holy Week. Catholic Inspiration
Study, Pray, Serve: Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion
Let’s examine some of the major themes that surface in our readings for Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion.
1st Reading – Isaiah 50:4-7
- This passage of the “Suffering Servant” is interpreted by the Church to apply directly to Jesus.
- Note how it is written in the first person, from the Lord’s perspective, and points to the agony of the Passion.
Psalm – 22: 8-9,17-20,23-24
- “My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?”
- This Psalm offers a prophecy that is fulfilled with the Passion of the Lord.
- I strongly suggest that we all read Psalm 22 repeatedly during Holy Week. For although it begins in anguish and suffering, it ends with a resounding praise of the glory of God.
2nd Reading – Philippians 2:6-11
- Jesus humbly “empties himself” and takes on our human form in order to die on the Cross for our sins.
- Because of this sacrifice, Jesus Christ is exalted above all creation, and we acknowledge him as Lord.
Gospel – Matthew 26:14-27:66
- This is the great drama of God’s love for us!
- Do yourself a favor and take time this week to slowly read and reflect on the Passion of our Lord. Seriously, just do it, and offer a prayer of gratitude for the sacrifice of Christ on the Cross.
Mass Readings – Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion (#38, A)
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“Carry Your Cross” Parish Mission: 3rd Night – Offering our lives for the Lord
This Parish Mission took place at St. James the Greater Catholic Church in Eau Claire, WI on March 8-10, 2026. Referencing Matthew 16:13-28, Fr. Andrew discusses on this 3rd night how we face life and death as we make an offering of our lives out of love for the Lord Jesus.
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Daily Mass: We carry our crosses in service of God and one another. Catholic Inspiration
We offer our lives in service of God and one another, carrying our crosses and following the Lord Jesus.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 2nd Week of Lent (#232)
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St. Casimir, pray for us!
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All Souls: May they rest in peace! Catholic Inspiration
We commend our beloved dead to the mercy of God, praying for the repose of their souls and mindful that we embrace the precious gift of life, for one day we will join their ranks.
Mass Readings – Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (#668)
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Note: There are many options for the Mass readings; what is listed is a suggestion and may be different in your parish church.
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Daily Mass: Christ is our hope and our strength. Catholic Inspiration
The First Letter to the Thessalonians offers us hope that our journey from death to eternal life is sustained through the saving work of Jesus Christ.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 22nd Week of the Year (#431)
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May this Labor Day holiday be a blessing to you all!
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Daily Mass: Like a grain of wheat, we die to ourselves and rise to newness of life. Catholic Inspiration
Jesus uses the example of a grain of wheat to help us understand how we die (to sin, self, life) so that we can rise to new life in Christ.
Mass Readings – St. Lawrence (#618)
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St. Lawrence, pray for us!
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Study, Pray, Serve: 3rd Sunday of Easter
Here are some of the themes that we see in the readings for the 3rd Sunday of Easter.
1st Reading – Acts of the Apostles 3:13-15,17-19
- Peter cites salvation history, showing how God has glorified Jesus as the Holy and Righteous One.
- The people are then called to repent and be converted, so that their sins may be wiped away.
Psalm – 4:2,4,7-9
- “Lord, let your face shine on us.”
- We call upon God for strength in times of distress.
2nd Reading – 1st Letter of John 2:1-5a
- Jesus Christ is the expiation for our sins.
- When we keep Christ’s word, the love of God is perfected in us.
Gospel – Luke 24:35-48
- Jesus appears to the disciples, showing them his hands and feet while eating among them.
- The Lord then opens the minds of the disciples, helping them understand how he has fulfilled the Scriptures through his saving death and resurrection.
Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of Lent (Year B, #47)
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Holy Saturday Easter Vigil: We die and rise with Christ. Catholic Inspiration
While we hold vigil through the night and await the Lord’s resurrection, we journey in faith as we die with Christ and rise with him to new life.
Mass Readings – Holy Saturday at the Easter Vigil (#41)
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Study, Pray, Serve: Easter Day
Let’s review some of the main themes in the Mass readings for Easter Day.
1st Reading – Acts of the Apostles 10:34a,37-43
- Peter proclaims the life, death and resurrection of Jesus to the crowd.
- The disciples are witnesses of Christ and testify on his behalf for the forgiveness of sins.
Psalm 118: 1-2,16-17,22-23
- “This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad.”
- We give thanks for the might and glory of God who is merciful to us.
2nd Reading – Colossians 3:1-4
- You have died with Christ, and your life is hidden with God.
- When Christ your life appears, you will appear with him in glory.
2nd Reading – 1st Corinthians 5:6b-8
- We clear out the old yeast of malice and wickedness.
- We make a new batch of dough with the new yeast of sincerity and truth.
Gospel – John 20:1-9
- Mary Magdalene finds the tomb empty and runs to tell Peter and the other disciple.
- Peter and the other disciple run back to the tomb.
- They had not yet understood that Jesus had to rise from the dead.
Mass Readings – Easter Sunday: The Resurrection of the Lord
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