Daily Mass: God makes a covenant with the people
Catholic Inspiration
Moses relates to the people the teachings and commandments of the Lord, forging a covenant in the blood of a sacrifice that binds the children of Israel with the Almighty.
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Daily Mass: The Ten Commandments
Catholic Inspiration
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.
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Daily Mass: The Feast of St. Mary Magdalene
Catholic Inspiration
St. Mary Magdalene is the first person to meet the Risen Lord. Her life - a testament to God's grace - inspires us to confront our own weaknesses and draw strength from the healing love of Christ.
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Daily Mass: God feeds the people with quail and manna
Catholic Inspiration
Hungry and grumbling, the people complain to Moses that they will die in the wilderness without food. The response? God feeds them with quail and manna.
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Daily Mass: God guides the people through the midst of the sea
Catholic Inspiration
As Moses stretches out his hand, God swept back the sea so that the people could pass through on dry ground; just as quickly, the waters covered Pharaoh's army and saved the children of Israel.
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Daily Mass: Pharaoh's army pursues the people of Israel
Catholic Inspiration
Today's first reading shows how Pharaoh pursued the Hebrews after they left Egypt. Despite the fear of the people, God promises to defend them in their moment of need.
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Study, Pray, Serve: 17th Sunday of the Year
Catholic Inspiration
Let's take a look at some of the key themes that surface in the readings for this 17th Sunday of the Year.
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16th Sunday of the Year: Shepherds and Sheep
Catholic Inspiration
The time honored words of Psalm 23 have inspired and sustained countless souls throughout salvation history. The images of shepherds and sheep continue to offer insight today as we consider how our faith in Jesus Christ challenges us at times to lead and follow .
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Daily Mass: The departure from Egypt
Catholic Inspiration
As the people of Israel begin their journey out of Egypt they will experience the awkward sense of being unsettled as they make the transition from slavery to freedom. Transitions are part of our experience, and this passage from Exodus invites us to trust in the Lord as we face the uncertainty of life.
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Daily Mass: The Passover Meal sets the context for the Eucharist
Catholic Inspiration
Today's reading from Exodus reveals how the Lord directed the Passover Meal to Moses and Aaron. This passage thus establishes the Passover as a central part of Jewish prayer which will ultimately set the context for the Eucharist. It was during a Passover Meal with his disciples that Jesus offers the New Covenant through his Body and Blood...which frees us from the bondage of sin and leads us to eternal life.
info_outlineThe end of chapter 15 of Acts of the Apostles shows how the early Church came to a united resolution that empowered the mission of the Gospel to the gentiles.
May 7, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com