Isaiah 66:18-21; Psalm 117; Hebrews 12: 5-7, 11-13; Luke 13: 23-30 Strive to enter through the narrow gate, for many, I tell you, will attempt to enter but will not be strong enough. In today’s Gospel, Jesus answered a pointed question and related it
Jeremiah 38:4-6, 8-10; Psalm 40; Hebrews 12:1-4; Luke 12: 49-53 Since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us rid ourselves of every burden and sin that clings to us and persevere in running the race that lies before us
Ecclesiastes 1:2, 2:21-23; Psalm 90; Colossians 3:1-5, 9-11; St. Luke 12:13-21 For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. Usually, the topic of death is brought into sharp focus for us only when a person dear to us has
Genesis 18:20-32; Psalm 138; Colossians 2:12-14; St. Luke 11:1-13 Lord, on the day I called for help, You answered me. When you need immediate physical assistance, is there any faster way to be helped than by calling 9-1-1? We can’t think of one.
Isaiah 66:10-14c; Psalm 66; Galatians:6 :14-18: Luke 10 1-12, 17-20 Let all the earth cry out to God with joy. (Psalm66:1) Pure joy overflows from the Mass readings for this Sunday. Try reading them again slowly. What emotions is the Holy Spirit stirring
Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time + June 29, 2025 Acts 12:1-11; Psalm 34; 2 Timothy 4:6-8, :17-18: Matthew 16:13-19 The angel of the Lord will rescue those who fear Him. Today’s Mass readings can inspire in us greater confidence in God. Each of
Nigeria June 29, 2025 This article is taken from the USCCB website: https://www.usccb.org/RFW2025_Nigeria Pray for our brothers and sisters in Nigeria who are suffering violent religious conflict. Reflect Nigeria, a country that is half Christian and half Muslim, has been plagued by complicated
Freedom to Serve the Common Good June 28, 2025 This article is taken from the USCCB website: https://www.usccb.org/RFW2025_CommonGood Pray that government leaders would recognize the contributions that religious charities make to the common good. Reflect For decades, religious freedom advocates and leaders of
Parental Choice in Education June 26, 2025 This article is taken from the USCCB website: https://www.usccb.org/RFW2025_SchoolChoice Pray that governments would strengthen the ability for parents to direct the education of their children. Reflect One of longest running areas of concern for the Catholic Church
Nicaragua June 25, 2025 This article is from the USCCB website: https://www.usccb.org/RFW2025_Nicaragua Pray for Christians in Nicaragua, where the Catholic Church faces brutal government persecution. Reflect The Church in Nicaragua—the one remaining independent civil society institution in the country since the abolition of
Catholic Healthcare June 24, 2025 This article is from the USCCB website: https://www.usccb.org/RFW2025_CatholicHealthcare Pray that governments will respect the consciences of all people who care for the sick and vulnerable. Reflect An essential part of Christ’s earthly ministry was to cure the sick,
IVF Mandates June 23, 2025 This article is from the USCCB website: https://www.usccb.org/RFW2025_IVFMandates Pray for couples who suffer fertility challenges, and that political leaders would promote therapies that respect the dignity of all human persons. Reflect The demand for IVF that has been
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