
St. Paul exhorts us to seek God’s wisdom above all else, reminding us that in the Lord we have been given everything we need for our journey through life.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 22nd Week of the Year
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St. Paul exhorts us to seek God’s wisdom above all else, reminding us that in the Lord we have been given everything we need for our journey through life.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 22nd Week of the Year
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Today’s psalm both acknowledges our struggles and affirms our faith in God’s grace. May we turn to the Lord in our times of trial and draw strength from the one who died that we might have eternal life.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 17th Week of the Year
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St. Peter Chrysologus, pray for us!
How we spend our money says a lot about our values and priorities. The Letter of James weighs in on the topic, warning us of the consequences if we fail to use wealth wisely.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 7th Week of the Year
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The first reading offers practical advice to help us evaluate the spiritual state of our souls. Do we find bitterness, jealousy, or self-ambition? Instead, may we cultivate the fruits of the Spirit, a true harvest that comes from Heaven.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 7th Week of the Year
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St. Peter Damian, pray for us!
The queen of Sheba seeks out Solomon to listen to his responses to her questions. Her search for wisdom gently reminds us to draw near to those who help us grow in knowledge and insight.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 5th Week of the Year
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In response to God’s prompting, Solomon prays for wisdom so that he can govern the people with justice and integrity. May we call upon the Lord for wisdom in our own lives as well!
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 4th Week of the Year
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St. Agatha, pray for us!
David’s final words to his son, Solomon, are filled with wisdom and trust in the Lord; furthermore, they remind us that there are moments in our lives when we are capable of heartfelt sincerity with those we love.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 4th Week of the Year
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St. Blaise and St. Ansgar, pray for us!
Let’s take a look at some of the key themes in the readings for this 28th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Wisdom 7:7-11
Psalm – 90:12-17
2nd Reading – Hebrews 4:12-13
Gospel – Mark 10:17-30
Mass Readings – 28th Sunday of the Year
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Sometimes the daily Mass readings are nuggets of wisdom that can guide us in direct and practical ways. The reading from Colossians and the Gospel of Luke are perfect examples today. Enjoy and savor them!
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 23rd Week of the Year
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St. Peter Claver…pray for us!
The Ten Commandments have been a source of profound insight for thousands of years, guiding both spiritual and cultural precepts for human hearts. May we put this teaching into practice today, directing our lives in service for the Lord.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 16th Week of the Year
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