Jesus comments on the lack of faith he witnesses in his native place. This passage gives us a reason to pause and reflect on our faith, pondering how we might grow in our relationship with Christ.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 4th Week of the Year
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Mary’s response to the angel Gabriel reveals her role in God’s plan for our salvation. Chosen by the Lord, she offers us an example of faithfulness that inspires us every day to say yes to God’s call for our lives.
Mass Readings – Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the BVM
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How strong is our faith in the Lord? Do we see Jesus at work in our lives? Two blind men in the Gospel of Matthew teach us today how to call upon the Lord in our blindness as we trust in Christ’s guidance every day.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 1st Week of Advent
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The faith of the Roman centurion reveals his complete trust in the authority and power of Jesus. His example inspires us to turn to the Lord with open hearts and allow God’s grace to work in and through our lives.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 12th Week of the Year
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The Lord exhorts the disciples to have faith in God. Sometimes that is easier to say than do! Yet as our trust in the Lord grows we discover that we are able to see our path in life and have the strength to continue along the way.
Mass Readings – Memorial of St. Justin Martyr
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Trusting in God is one of those phrases that comes quick to the tongue but can be hard to say when confronted with disaster. Yet this is exactly why Jesus came! In the struggles and challenges of this world we look to the one who is the way, the truth and the life – so that we can face what comes before us as we make our way to Heaven.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 4th Week of Easter
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The readings describe the abundance and richness of God’s feast which nourishes the body, mind, heart and soul. Our daily need for food underscores our fundamental need for the Lord; may we today reflect on what we need and call upon Jesus with confidence.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of 1st Advent (St. Nicholas)
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