Daily Mass: Sing for joy to God our help!
Catholic Inspiration
The Psalm Response offers a beautiful proclamation in the context of the two feeding miracles from the first reading and the Gospel. May our hearts give joyful praise to God as we count our blessings this day!
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Study, Pray, Serve: 19th Sunday of the Year
Catholic Inspiration
Here are some of the main themes present in the readings for the 19th Sunday of the Year.
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18th Sunday of the Year: Holy Communion is the Real Presence of Jesus Christ
Catholic Inspiration
In the sixth chapter of John's Gospel Jesus says that he is the Bread of Life, and as we hear these words in the context of the New Testament and the early Church we come to the awareness that this bread - our reception of Holy Communion at Mass - is the Real Presence of Jesus Christ!
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Daily Mass: Let all the nations praise the Lord!
Catholic Inspiration
The Psalm response reminds us to take a moment each day for praise and thanksgiving to God for all that we have received. May all the nations praise the Lord!
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Daily Mass: A lack of faith keeps us from Christ
Catholic Inspiration
The lack of faith on the part of the people of Nazareth limited their ability to receive the Good News. It's an important lesson for us all: may we grow in faith so that we can grow in God's grace!
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Daily Mass: Christ's friendship with Martha, Mary and Lazarus
Catholic Inspiration
The feast of Saints Martha, Mary and Lazarus offers an opportunity to reflect on their friendship with Jesus, inviting us all to consider how we might foster our friendship with the Lord as we grow in faith and love.
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Daily Mass: Moses is transformed by God's presence
Catholic Inspiration
Moses becomes radiant through his encounter with God. The image helps us understand how the more we dwell upon Lord's presence in our lives, the more we are transformed...for the good!
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Daily Mass: Moses speaks with God
Catholic Inspiration
The extraordinary encounter between Moses and God, speaking face-to-face, inspires us to consider how God makes it possible for us (through Jesus) to have a personal relationship with the Lord.
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Daily Mass: Turning away from false idols
Catholic Inspiration
Moses returns from the mountain and finds that the people are now worshipping a golden calf. After destroying the image, Moses intercedes on behalf of the people - asking God to pardon their sin.
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Study, Pray, Serve: 18th Sunday of the Year
Catholic Inspiration
Here are some of the main themes that surface in the readings for this 18th Sunday of the Year.
info_outlineChange and transition are part of human life as seen in graduations, new jobs, relationships, and situations. Like the Apostles on this feast, we can face our changes by keeping in mind three basic concepts:
- Observation - looking & listening to our new reality
- Reflection - by ourselves, with others & God's guidance
- Application - putting our thoughts into action
As the Apostles embraced their transitions the Holy Spirit empowered them to change the world. May we continue to open our hearts to the Spirit and face the changes that come before us.
May 16, 2015 - St. William Church - Foxboro, WI
Fr. Andrew Ricci - studyprayserve.com
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