Tag Archives: St. Peter

Daily Mass: St. Peter leads people to Jesus. Catholic Inspiration

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As the people draw near to St. Peter, amazed by the healing of a crippled man, he redirects the attention on himself to give glory to Jesus Christ.

Mass Readings – Thursday in the Octave of Easter

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Daily Mass: St. Peter heals in the name of Jesus Christ. Catholic Inspiration

The healing miracle in the Acts of the Apostles reveals the power of the resurrection as Peter acts in the name of Jesus Christ.

Mass Readings – Wednesday in the Octave of Easter

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Daily Mass: St. Peter preaches repentance. Catholic Inspiration

St. Peter exhorts the crowd to repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ. We hear these words in this Easter season because repentance is an ongoing part of our life in the Lord.

Mass Readings – Tuesday in the Octave of Easter

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Daily Mass: St. Peter teaches the faith. Catholic Inspiration

St. Peter – transformed by the resurrection of Christ – now speaks the truths of the faith with conviction…inspiring us to share our faith with one another.

Mass Readings – Monday in the Octave of Easter

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Daily Mass: The fearful boast of Peter. Catholic Inspiration

The fearful boast of St. Peter to Jesus gives us pause to reflect on the power of our speech – for good or evil – within our lives.

Mass Readings – Tuesday of Holy Week

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The Feast of Saint Peter and Saint Paul. Catholic Inspiration

They are two great lights in the Church, and their influence has shaped the lives of billions of Christians over the last 2000 years.  May the example of these two saints inspire us to follow the Lord with all our heart!

Mass Readings – Solemnity of St. Peter and St. Paul

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Daily Mass: In the footsteps of Peter and Paul. Catholic Inspiration

The first reading and the Gospel feature elements about Peter and Paul.  Both of these men are giants in the early Church, and through their example we recognize that God continues to call new disciples in every generation.

Mass Reading – Saturday of the 7th Week of Easter

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Daily Mass: Christ gives us what we need to do what must be done. Catholic Inspiration

From the low point in Christ’s earthly mission to St. Peter’s extraordinary ministry, Jesus alone offers what is necessary for our journey through this life.  May we place our hearts in his care as we follow the Lord’s call.

Mass Readings – Saturday of the 3rd Week of Easter

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3rd Sunday of Easter: The example of St. Peter. Catholic Inspiration

The encounter between Jesus and St. Peter offers us an example of the Lord’s gentle call to grow ever deeper in our love.  God patiently meets us where we are and invites us to follow…may we respond!

Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of Easter

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Daily Mass: St. Peter is transformed. Catholic Inspiration

The first reading reveals the transformation to St. Peter as the resurrection of Christ takes hold of his heart.  Casting aside doubt and fear, Peter proclaims the Good News in the face of persecution and trial…reminding us that as disciples we can draw upon the same strength today.

Mass Readings – Friday of the Octave of Easter

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