Whatever we do for one another, we do it for the Lord. The Cathedral school kids learn that both our good and bad actions toward others are treated as if they were done to Jesus. May we take this insight to heart as we offer our lives!
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St. Paul writes to the people of Corinth that we are servants and stewards. As we care for one another and use the resources we have received, we recognize that one day we will all stand before the Lord for judgment.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 22nd Week of the Year
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Do you want to be great in the Kingdom of Heaven? Then follow the path of service. Our example is Jesus, and the Lord will walk with us every step of the way.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 20th Week of the Year
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The reading from the Second Letter to Timothy offers the exhortation to “stir into flame the gift of God” and live with conviction and courage. This gift is our Christian faith; and just as a tiny spark can produce a bonfire, so too, our faith can provide the spiritual spark that ignites our lives for service in the world as we draw near to the Lord and one another.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 9th Week of the Year
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The Lord teaches the disciples that those who wish to be great must be the servant of all. This insight helps us to understand the Lord’s example on the Cross: as Jesus offers his life, so we are called to share the gift of our lives with one another.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 8th Week of the Year
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We remember the sacrifice and service of the men and women who have served our country. May this observance help us to count the blessings we have received and live the gift of freedom with conviction and dedication.
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The commandment to love one another as Christ loves us will stretch us and invite us to offer our entire lives as disciples of Jesus Christ. May our “Yes!” open our hearts to God’s love in our lives as we share this love with those we meet today.
Mass Readings – 6th Sunday of Easter
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