8th Week, Tuesday, May 26
1 Peter 1:10-16 / Mark 10:28-31
Recall Scripture's words; “Be holy because I am holy.”
1 Peter 1:10-16 / Mark 10:28-31
Recall Scripture's words; “Be holy because I am holy.”
May 25th, Mary, Mother of the Church
Mary, Mother of the Church
James 3:13-18 / Mark 9:14-29
True wisdom is from above: It is humble and filled with good sense.
True wisdom is from above: It is humble and filled with good sense.
Easter 7th Week: May 18-23
Easter 7th Week: May 18-23:
May 18 Monday: St. John I, Pope and Martyr: John 16: 29-33:
Pentecost Sunday - Liturgy
Greeting (see Sequence)
May the Spirit of the Lord make flexible what is rigid, kindle what is frigid, straighten what is wayward. With his Spirit may the Lord be always with you. R/ And also with you.
Easter 7th Week, Saturday, May 23
Acts 28:16-20, 30-31 / John 21:20-25
Jesus instructs Peter: “Follow me!”:
7th Week of Easter, Friday, May 22
7th Week of Easter, Friday, May 22
Acts 25:13-21 / John 21:15-19
Paul goes before King Agrippa; Paul claims Jesus is alive.
Paul goes before King Agrippa; Paul claims Jesus is alive.
7th Week of Easter, Thursday, May 21
7th Week of Easter, Thursday, May 21
Acts 22:30; 23:6-11 / John 17:20-26
The Lord speaks to Paul; "Keep up your courage!"
Acts 22:30; 23:6-11 / John 17:20-26
The Lord speaks to Paul; "Keep up your courage!"
7th Week of Easter, Wednesday, May 20
7th Week of Easter, Wednesday, May 20
Acts 2028-36 / John 17:11-19
Paul recalls some words of Jesus: There's more joy in giving than in getting. "
Acts 2028-36 / John 17:11-19
Paul recalls some words of Jesus: There's more joy in giving than in getting. "
7th Week of Easter, Tuesday, May 19
7th Week of Easter, Tuesday, May 19
Acts 20:17-27 / John 17:1-11
Paul speaks of his death: "If only I can finish my mission.”
Acts 20:17-27 / John 17:1-11
Paul speaks of his death: "If only I can finish my mission.”
7th Week of Easter, Monday, May 18th
7th Week of Easter, Monday, May 18
Acts 19:1-8 / John 16:29-33
Paul meets some incomplete Christians: He baptized them: in the name of Jesus
Acts 19:1-8 / John 16:29-33
Paul meets some incomplete Christians: He baptized them: in the name of Jesus
6th Week of Easter, Saturday, May 16
6th Week of Easter, Saturday, May 16
Acts 18:23-28 / John 16:23-28
Jesus gives final instructions: "Ask and you will receive. "
Acts 18:23-28 / John 16:23-28
Jesus gives final instructions: "Ask and you will receive. "
6th Week of Easter, Friday, May 15
6th Week of Easter, Friday, May 15
Acts 18:9-18 / John 16:20-23
Jesus speaks about the future: “Your grief will become joy.”
Jesus speaks about the future: “Your grief will become joy.”
Easter 6th Week, Thursday, May 14
Easter 6th Week, Thursday, May 14
Acts 18:1-8 / John 16:16-20
Jesus speaks about his leaving: “In a little while and you will no longer see me” (Jn 16/16)
Acts 18:1-8 / John 16:16-20
Jesus speaks about his leaving: “In a little while and you will no longer see me” (Jn 16/16)
6th Week of Easter, Wednesday, May 13; Our Lady of Fatima
6th Week of Easter, Wednesday, May 13; Our Lady of Fatima
Acts 17:15, 22 - 18:1 / John 16:12-15
Jesus speaks more about the Spirit; "The Spirit will guide you.”
Jesus speaks more about the Spirit; "The Spirit will guide you.”
6th Week of Easter, Tuesday, May 12
6th Week of Easter, Tuesday, May 12
Acts 16:22-34 / John 16:5-11
Acts 16:22-34 / John 16:5-11
Jesus speaks about the Spirit; "The Spirit will convict the world about sin. "
6th Week of Easter, Monday, May 11
6th Week of Easter, Monday, May 11
Acts 16:11-15 / John 15:26 - 16:4
Jesus instructs his disciples; "You must bear witness on my behalf. "
Acts 16:11-15 / John 15:26 - 16:4
Jesus instructs his disciples; "You must bear witness on my behalf. "
5th Week of Easter, Saturday, May 9
5th Week of Easter, Saturday, May 9
Acts 16:1-10 / John 15:18-21
Jesus warns his disciples; ' 'They will Persecute you as they did me. "
Acts 16:1-10 / John 15:18-21
Jesus warns his disciples; ' 'They will Persecute you as they did me. "
5th Week of Easter, Friday, May 8
5th Week of Easter, Friday, May 8
Acts 15:22-31 / John 15:12-17
Jesus talks more about love; "No one has greater love than this. "
Jesus talks more about love; "No one has greater love than this. "
5th Week of Easter, Thursday, May 7
5th Week of Easter, Thursday, May 7
Acts 15:7-21 / John 15:9-11
Jesus talks about love; "As the Father loves me, so I love you.”
Jesus talks about love; "As the Father loves me, so I love you.”
5th Week of Easter, Wednesday, May 6
5th Week of Easter, Wednesday, May 6
Acts 15:1-6 / John 15:1-6
Jesus talks about being one with him; "Remain in me, as I remain in you. "
Jesus talks about being one with him; "Remain in me, as I remain in you. "
5th Week of Easter, Tuesday, May 5
5th Week of Easter, Tuesday, May 5
Acts 14:19-28 / John 14:27-31
Jesus calms his disciples; "Do not be troubled or afraid. "
Acts 14:19-28 / John 14:27-31
Jesus calms his disciples; "Do not be troubled or afraid. "
5th Week of Easter, Monday, May 4
5th Week of Easter, Monday, May 4
Acts 14:5-18 / John 14:21-26
Jesus gives parting advice: “Keep working on love."
Acts 14:5-18 / John 14:21-26
Jesus gives parting advice: “Keep working on love."
Easter 4th Week, Saturday, May 2
Acts 13:44-52 / John 14:7-14
Jesus speaks about the Father: “Whoever has seen me has seen the Father.”
May 1st: St. Joseph, The Worker
Genesis 1:26 - 2:3 / Matthew 13:54-58
Jesus identifies himself with workers: “Isn’t this the carpenter’s son?”
4th Week of Easter, Thursday, Apr 30; Pope St Pius V
4th Week of Easter, Thursday, April 30
Acts 13:13-25 / John 13:16-20
Acts 13:13-25 / John 13:16-20
Jesus teaches about service; "No slave is greater than his master."
4th Week of Easter, Wednesday, April 29
4th Week of Easter, Wednesday, April 29
Acts 12:24 - 13:5 / John 12:14-50
Jesus talks about his mission; "1 came into the world as light. "
Acts 12:24 - 13:5 / John 12:14-50
Jesus talks about his mission; "1 came into the world as light. "
4th Week of Easter, Tuesday, April 28
4th Week of Easter, Tuesday, April 28
Acts 11:19-26 / John 10:22-30
Jesus speaks about discipleship: "My sheep hear my voice and follow me. "
Acts 11:19-26 / John 10:22-30
Jesus speaks about discipleship: "My sheep hear my voice and follow me. "
4th Week of Easter, Monday, April 27
4th Week of Easter, Monday, April 27
Acts 11:1-18 / John 10:1-10
Acts 11:1-18 / John 10:1-10
Jesus talks about life; "I came to give you life in all its fullness."
St. Mark, Evangelist, April 25th
1 Peter 5:5-14 / Mark 16:15-20
Jesus instructs his disciples: “Proclaim the good news. ”
Jesus instructs his disciples: “Proclaim the good news. ”
3rd Week of Easter, Friday, April 24
3rd Week of Easter, Friday, April 24
Acts 9:1-20 / John 6:52-59
Jesus speaks about his body and blood; "My flesh is true food; my body is true drink. "
Acts 9:1-20 / John 6:52-59
Jesus speaks about his body and blood; "My flesh is true food; my body is true drink. "
3rd Week of Easter, Thursday, April 23
3rd Week of Easter, Thursday, April 23
Acts 8:26-48 / John 6:44-51
Jesus talks about the Father; "Only the Son has seen the Father."
Jesus talks about the Father; "Only the Son has seen the Father."
Easter 3rd Week, Wednesday, April 22
3rd Week of Easter, Wednesday, April 22
Acts 8:1-8 / John 6:35-40
Jesus speaks about eternal life; "Whoever believes in me will have eternal life. "
Acts 8:1-8 / John 6:35-40
Jesus speaks about eternal life; "Whoever believes in me will have eternal life. "
3rd Week of Easter, Tuesday, April 21
3rd Week of Easter, Tuesday, April 21
Acts 7:51 - 8:1 / John 6:30-35
Jesus speaks about the Eucharist: "I am the bread of life. "
Acts 7:51 - 8:1 / John 6:30-35
Jesus speaks about the Eucharist: "I am the bread of life. "
3rd Week of Easter, Monday, April 20
3rd Week of Easter, Monday, April 20
Stephen is arrested; Stephen was the Church's first martyr.
Stephen is arrested; Stephen was the Church's first martyr.
Acts 6:8-15 / John 6:22-29
Easter 3rd Sunday A - Liturgical Prayers
Greeting We have been set free in the precious blood of the Lamb, Jesus Christ. God raised him from the dead and through him we have faith and hope. May Jesus the Lord be always with you. Introduction by the Celebrant (Two Options)
2nd Week of Easter, Saturday, April 18
2nd Week of Easter, Saturday, April 18
Acts 6:1-7 / John 6:16-21
The disciples run into trouble; The Lord was with them in their trouble.
The disciples run into trouble; The Lord was with them in their trouble.
2nd Week of Easter, Friday, April 17
2nd Week of Easter, Friday, April 17
Acts 5:34-42 / John 6:1-15
Jesus feeds 5,000 people; He multiplied five loaves.
Jesus feeds 5,000 people; He multiplied five loaves.
2nd Week of Easter, Thursday, April 16
2nd Week of Easter, Thursday, April 16
Acts 5:27-33 / John 3:31-36
Jesus speaks about eternal life; Whoever believes has eternal life.
Jesus speaks about eternal life; Whoever believes has eternal life.
Easter 2nd Week: April 13-18:
Easter 2nd Week: April 13-18:
April 13 Monday: St. Martin I, Pope and Martyr: John 3:1-8:
April 13 Monday: St. Martin I, Pope and Martyr: John 3:1-8:
2nd Week of Easter, Wednesday, April 15
2nd Week of Easter, Wednesday, April 15
Acts 5:17-26 / John 3:16-21
Jesus continues his instruction: "Whoever believes will not see death."
Jesus continues his instruction: "Whoever believes will not see death."
2nd Week of Easter, Tuesday, April 14
2nd Week of Easter, Tuesday, April 14
Acts 4:32-37 / John 3:7-15
Jesus continues his instruction; "We must be born of the spirit. "
Jesus continues his instruction; "We must be born of the spirit. "
2nd Week of Easter, Monday, April 13
2nd Week of Easter, Monday, April 13
Acts 4:23-31 / John 3:1-8
Jesus speaks about spiritual birth; "You must be born from above. "
Easter Octave, Saturday, April 11
Acts 4:13-21 / Mark 16:9-15
Jesus instructs his disciples: “Proclaim
the gospel to all creatures.”
Easter Octave, Friday, April 10
Friday within Easter Octave, April 10
Acts 4:1-12 / John 21:1-14
They catch 153 fish; The net didn't break.
They catch 153 fish; The net didn't break.
Easter Octave, Thursday, April 9
Thursday within the Octave of Easter, April 9
Acts 3:11-26 / Luke 24:35-48
Jesus instructs his disciples; You are to be my witnesses.
Acts 3:11-26 / Luke 24:35-48
Jesus instructs his disciples; You are to be my witnesses.
Easter Octave, Wednesday, Apr 8
Easter Octave, Wednesday, Apr 8
Acts 3:1-10 / Luke 24:13-35
Two disciples welcome a stranger: The stranger turned
out to be Jesus.
Easter Octave, Tuesday, April 7
Tuesday Within Easter Octave, April 7
Acts 2:36-41 / John 20:11-18
Jesus speaks to Mary of Magdala; "Stop holding on to me."
Jesus speaks to Mary of Magdala; "Stop holding on to me."
Easter Octave, Monday, April 6
Easter Octave, Monday, April 6
Acts
2:14, 22-33 / Matthew 28:8-15
Guards say Jesus’
body was stolen: This story still circulates.
Triduum: April 2-4
Triduum: (From Fr. Tony)
April 2 Holy Thursday: Jn 13: 1-15: Holy Thursday evening Mass
April 2 Holy Thursday: Jn 13: 1-15: Holy Thursday evening Mass
Maundy Thursday - Liturgical Prayers
Greeting
A. This Is I for You“This is my body, which is for you,” says the Lord. “Do this as a memorial of me.” May the Lord Jesus be always with you.
Holy Week, Wednesday, April 1st
Holy Week, Wednesday, April 1st
Isaiah 50:4-9 / Matthew 26:14-25
Isaiah 50:4-9 / Matthew 26:14-25
Jesus speaks about his betrayer; Judas said, "Surely it is not I?"
Tuesday of Holy Week, March 31
Tuesday of Holy Week, March 31
Isaiah 49:1-6 / John 13:21-33, 36-38
Jesus talks about betrayal; The disciples were amazed at Jesus' words.
Jesus talks about betrayal; The disciples were amazed at Jesus' words.
Monday of Holy Week, March 30
Monday of Holy Week, March 30
Isaiah 42:1-7 / John 12:1-11 Judas criticizes Mary; "Why was this oil not sold?"
Isaiah 42:1-7 / John 12:1-11 Judas criticizes Mary; "Why was this oil not sold?"
Lent 5th Week: March 23-28:
Lent 5th Week: March 23-28:
March 23 Monday: St. Turibius of Mogrovejo, Bishop:
Palm Sunday - Liturgical Prayers
I. BLESSING OF PALMS AND PROCESSION
Introduction by the Celebrant
A. Jerusalem: Place of Suffering and of Triumph
5th Week of Lent, Saturday, March 28th
5th Week of Lent, Saturday, March 28th
Jesus does remarkable things: Many people put their trust in him.
Jesus does remarkable things: Many people put their trust in him.
Ezekiel 37:21-28 / John 11:45-56
5th Week of Lent, Friday, March 27
5th Week of Lent, Friday, March 27
The Jews rebuke Jesus; "You, a man, are making yourself God.”
The Jews rebuke Jesus; "You, a man, are making yourself God.”
Jeremiah 20:10-13 / John 10:31-42
5th Week of Lent, Thursday, Mar 26
5th Week of Lent, Thursday, Mar 26
Genesis 17:3-9 / John 8:51-59
God covenants Abraham; “I will be your God.”
Genesis 17:3-9 / John 8:51-59
God covenants Abraham; “I will be your God.”
Annunciation of the Lord, March 25
Annunciation of the Lord, March 25
Isaiah 7:10-14; 8:10 / Hebrews 10:4-10 / Luke 1:26-38
The Way of the Cross (The Stations of the Cross); #2 Traditional
The Way of the Cross (The Stations of the Cross)
Stations of The Cross: For Our Times: #1
Stations of The Cross: For Our Times
AN INTRODUCTION:
5th Week of Lent, Tuesday, March 24th
5th Week of Lent, Tuesday, March 24th
Numbers 21:4-9 / John 8:21-30
Jesus warns the Pharisees; "Where I am going you cannot come. "
5th Week of Lent, Monday, March 23
5th Week of Lent, Monday, March 23
Daniel 13:41-62 / John 8:12-20
People bring a sinner to Jesus; Jesus forgave the sinner.
Lent 5th Sunday A: Liturgical Prayers
Greeting May the Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead be alive in you. May we live Jesus’ life to the full now, that we may be raised up on the last day. May Jesus, the Lord of life, be always with you.
4th Week of Lent, Saturday, March 21
4th Week of Lent, Saturday, March 21st
Jeremiah
11:18-20 / John 7:40-52
The crowds speak out about Jesus; Some believed; others did not.
4th Week of Lent, Friday, March 20
4th Week of Lent, Friday, March 20
Jesus continues speaking to the Jews; "I did not come on my own."
Jesus continues speaking to the Jews; "I did not come on my own."
Wisdom 2:1, 12-22 / John 7:1-2, 10, 25-30
4th Week of Lent, Wednesday, March 18
4th Week of Lent, Wednesday, March 18
Isaiah 49:8-15 / John 5:17-30
Jesus speaks to the people; "I seek not my will but God's."
4th Week of Lent, Tuesday, March 17th; St. Patrick
4th Week of Lent, Tuesday, March 17th; St. Patrick
Jesus cures a man; The man never gave up hope.
4th Week of Lent, Monday, March 16
4th Week
of Lent, Monday, March 16
Isaiah 65:17-21 / John 4:43-54
Jesus saves a man's son; The man trusted Jesus.
Isaiah 65:17-21 / John 4:43-54
Jesus saves a man's son; The man trusted Jesus.
Lent 4th Sunday A - Liturgical Prayers
Greeting
We were darkness once but now we are light in the Lord. Wake up from your sleep, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you. May the light of Christ be always with you.
3rd Week of Lent, Saturday, March 14
3rd Week of Lent, Saturday, March 14
Jesus rebukes the self-righteous; "Whoever exalts himself will be humbled. "
Jesus rebukes the self-righteous; "Whoever exalts himself will be humbled. "
Hosea 6:1-6 / Luke 18:9-14
3rd Week of Lent, Friday, March 13
3rd Week of Lent, Friday, March 13
Hosea 14:2-10 / Mark 12:28-34
Jesus talks about love; "Love your neighbor as yourself. "
Hosea 14:2-10 / Mark 12:28-34
Jesus talks about love; "Love your neighbor as yourself. "
Lent 3rd Week: March 9-14:
Lent 3rd Week: March 9-14:
March 9 Monday: St. Frances of Rome, Lk 4:24-30:
3rd Week of Lent, Thursday, March 12
3rd Week of Lent, Thursday, March 12
People misjudge Jesus; "He drives out devils by Beelzebub."
People misjudge Jesus; "He drives out devils by Beelzebub."
Jeremiah 7:23-28 / Luke 11:14-23
3rd Week of Lent, Wednesday, March 11
3rd Week of Lent, Wednesday, March 11
Deuteronomy 4:1, 5-9 / Matthew 5:17-19
Jesus instructs his disciples: ' 'Whoever teaches others the law is great. "
3rd Week of Lent, Tuesday, Mar 10; The Forty Martyrs of Sebaste
3rd Week of Lent, Tuesday, Mar 10; The Forty Martyrs of Sebaste
Daniel 3:25, 34-43 / Matthew 18:21-35
Jesus speaks about forgiveness; "Forgive seventy-seven times."
3rd Week of Lent, Monday, Mar 9
3rd Week of Lent, Monday, Mar 9
2 Kings 5:1-15 / Luke 4:24-30
Jesus repeats an old teaching: God is the God of all people.
2 Kings 5:1-15 / Luke 4:24-30
Jesus repeats an old teaching: God is the God of all people.
Lent Sunday 3 A: Liturgical Prayers
Greeting (See Second Reading)
The love of God has been poured out into our hearts by the Holy Spirit who has been given to us. May that love of God be always with you.
2nd Week of Lent, Saturday, Mar 7th; Sts Perpetua and Felicity
2nd Week of Lent, Saturday, Mar 7th; Sts Perpetua and Felicity
Micah 7:14-15, 18-20 / Luke 15:1-3, 11-32
Jesus teaches about forgiveness; "A man had two sons . . . "
Jesus teaches about forgiveness; "A man had two sons . . . "
2nd Week of Lent, Friday, Mar 6th; Saint Colette
2nd Week of Lent, Friday, Mar 6th; Saint Colette
Genesis 37:3-4, 12-13, 17-28 / Matthew
21:33-43, 45-46
Jesus teaches the people: “Hear another parable”
2nd Week of Lent, Thursday, March 5th; St John Joseph of the Cross
Lent, 2nd Week, Thursday, March 5th; St John Joseph of the Cross
Jeremiah 17:5-10 / Luke 16:19-31
Jesus talks about concern for the poor: He represents something totally new. He is the owner’s (God’s) own son.
2nd Week of Lent, Wednesday, March 4; Saint Casimir
2nd Week of Lent, Wednesday, March 4; Saint Casimir
Jeremiah 18:18-20 / Matthew 20:17-28
Jesus talks about greatness; "The greatest is the one who serves"
2nd Week of Lent, Tuesday, March 3
2nd Week of Lent, Tuesday, March 3
Isaiah 1:10, 16-20 / Matthew 23:1-12
Jesus rebukes the Pharisees; "They widen their phylacteries. "
2nd Week of Lent, Monday, Mar 2
2nd Week of Lent, Monday, Mar 2
Daniel 9:4-10 / Luke 6:36-38
Jesus teaches his disciples; ' 'Stop judging and you will not be judged."
1st Week of Lent, Saturday, Feb 28;
1st Week of Lent, Saturday, Feb 28;
Deut 26:16-19 / Matthew 5:43-48
Jesus teaches about love; "Pray for your Persecutors. "
1st Week of Lent, Friday, Feb 27th
1st Week of Lent, Friday, Feb 27th
Ezekiel 18:21-28 / Matthew 5:20-26
Jesus teaches about anger; "The angry Person is liable to judgment.
1st Week of Lent, Thursday, Feb 26th
1st Week of Lent, Thursday, Feb 26th
Esther 4:10-12,17-19 / Matthew 7:7-12
Jesus talks about prayer; ' 'Ask and it will be given to you. "
1st Week of Lent, Wednesday, Feb 25th; Bl Rani Maria
1st Week of Lent, Wednesday, Feb 25th; Bl Rani Maria
Jonah 3:1-10 / Luke 11:29-32
People asked Jesus for a sign; "No sign will be given. "
Feb 24th; 1st Week of Lent, Tuesday
1st Week of Lent, Tuesday, Feb 20th
Isaiah 55:10-11 / Matthew 6:7-15
Jesus teaches about prayer, "This is how you are to pray. "
Feb 23rd; Lent 1st Week, Monday
Lent 1st Week, Monday, Feb 23rd: Reflection & Liturgy
Leviticus 19:1-2, 11-18 / Matthew 25:31-46
Jesus talks about judgment, "I was hungry, and you gave me food,"
Saturday after Ash Wednesday, Feb 21st
Saturday after Ash Wednesday, Feb 21st
Isaiah 58: 9-14 / Luke 5: 27-32
Jesus talks about his mission: "I came for those who need help."
Friday after Ash Wednesday, Feb 20th
Friday after Ash Wednesday, Feb 20th
Isaiah 58:1-9 / Matthew 9:14-15
Jesus talks about fasting: "My disciples will fast after I go.”
Thursday after Ash Wednesday, Feb 19th
Thursday after Ash Wednesday, Feb 19th
Deuteronomy 30:15-20 / Luke 9:22-25
Jesus talks about the cross: "Pick it up daily and follow me"
Feb 17th; 6th Week, Tuesday; 7 Servite Founders
James 1:12-18 / Mark 8:14-21
James talks about temptation: Temptation precedes sin.
Feb 16th; 6th Week, Monday
James 1:1-11 / Mark 8:11-13
James talks about death: Death comes to all, rich and poor alike.
6th Sunday A - Liturgy
Greeting
The Son of God proclaimed to you was never Yes and No; with him, it was always Yes. That is why it is through Christ that we say our Yes to God. May the Spirit of Jesus be always with you. R/ And also with you.
Feb 14th, 5th Week, Saturday, Sts Cyril & Methodius
1 Kings 12:26-32; 13:33-34 / Mark 8:1-10
Jeroboam fears tribal reunion: He thwarted worship in Jerusalem.
Feb 13th, 5th Week, Friday: - Reflection & Liturgy
1 Kings 11:29-32; 12:19 / Mark 7:31-37
The twelve tribes split: Solomon’s sins affected the people.
Feb 12th, 5th Week, Thursday
1 Kings 11:4-13 / Mark 7:24-30
Solomon’s wives influence him: They turned his heart from God.
Feb 11th, 5th Week, Wednesday, Apparition of OL of Lourdes
1 Kings 10:1-10 / Mark 7:14-23
The Queen speaks about Solomon: “Your people are fortunate to have you.”
Feb 10th; 5th Week, Tuesday; Saint Scholastica
1 Kings 8:22-23, 27-30 / Mark 7:1-13
Solomon prays to God: “Listen to my prayer!”
Feb 9th; 5th Week, Monday; Saint Josephine Bakhita
1 Kings 8:1-7, 9-13 / Mark 6:53-56
The ark is placed in the Temple: A cloud filled the Temple.
Feb 7th; 4th Week, Saturday, St. Gonzalo Garcia (India)
1 Kings 3:4-13 / Mark 6:30-34
God offers to bless Solomon: Solomon asked for an understanding heart.
Feb 6th; 4th Week, Friday, St Paul Miki and Companions
Ecclesiasticus 47:2-11 / Mark 6:14-29
Sirach eulogizes David: The Lord forgave him and exalted him.
Feb 5th; 4th Week, Thursday; Saint Agatha
4th Week, Thursday, Feb 5th
1 Kings 2:1-4, 10-12 / Mark 6:7-13
David gave advice to Solomon: David dies
Feb 3; 4th Week, Tuesday, St. Blaise
2 Sam 18:9-10, 14, 24-25, 30 - 19:3 / Mark 5:21-43
Absalom is killed: David mourned his son.
4th Sunday A: Liturgical Prayers & Reflections
Greeting (See Second Reading)
God has chosen what is weak and has made Jesus Christ our wisdom and our virtue, our holiness and our freedom. May the Lord Jesus be always with you.
Jan 31; 3rd Week, Saturday; St. Don Bosco
2 Sam 12:1-7, 10-17 / Mark 4:35-41
Nathan confronts David: David acknowledges his sin.
Jan 30th; 3rd Week, Friday
2 Sam 11:1-10, 13-17 / Mark 4:26-34
David
sins: David compounded his sin.
Jan 29th, 3rd Week, Thursday
2 Sam 7:18-19, 24-29 / Mark 4:21-25
David sits before the Lord: David prayed to the Lord.
Jan 27th; 3rd Week, Tuesday: Saint Angela Merici
2 Sam 6:12-15, 17-19 / Mark 3:31-35
David
brings the ark to Jerusalem: Everyone rejoiced.
Jan 26th; 3rd Week, Monday, Saints Timothy and Titus
2 Tim 1:1-8 or Titus 1:1-5 / Luke 10:1-9
Introduction
Today, we celebrate two close associates of the apostle Paul. Paul put them in charge of Christian communities and wrote letters to them to tell them what is expected of leaders of Christian communities, especially how they should be servants and models of the people entrusted to them.
Jan 26th: Indian Republic Day Celebration
REPUBLIC DAY CELEBRATION
(You may want to add hymns, reflections, prayer for the nation and the leaders and martyred soldiers in between)
3rd Sunday A: Liturgical Prayers
A Light Has Dawned
Greeting
May Christ, the true light of the world, always brighten and inspire our lives. May our faces reflect his warmth and love, and may the Lord always be with you. R/ And also with you.
Jan 24, 2nd Week, Saturday, St Francis de Sales
Jan 24, 2nd Week, Saturday, St Francis de Sales
2 Sam 1:1-4, 11-12, 17, 19, 23-27 / Mark 3:20-21
Jonathan is killed; David eulogized Jonathan and Saul.
Jan 23, 2nd Week, Friday
2nd Week, Friday, Jan 23: Reflection and Liturgy
1 Sam 24:3-21 / Mark 3:13-19
David spares Saul’s life: David respected Saul’s role as king.
Jan 22, 2nd Week, Thursday : Saint Vincent Pallotti
2nd Week, Thursday, Jan 22: Saint Vincent Pallotti
1 Sam 18:6-9; 19:1-7 / Mark 3:7-12
Saul plots to kill David: Jonathan saved David’s life.
Jan 21; 2nd Week, Wednesday; Saint Agnes
2nd Week, Wednesday: Jan 21: Saint Agnes
1 Sam 17:32-33, 37, 40-51 / Mark 3:1-6
David demonstrates courage: David defeated Goliath.
Jan 20th; 2nd Week, Tuesday: Sts Fabian and Sebastian
2nd Week, Tuesday: Jan 20: Sts. Fabian and Sebastian
1 Sam 16:1:13 / Mark 2:23-28
God chooses David: Samuel anointed David as king.
God chooses David: Samuel anointed David as king.
Jan 19: 2nd Week, Monday; Reflection & Liturgy
2nd Week, Monday
1 Sam
15:16-23 / Mark 2:18-22
Saul disobeys God: God
rejected Saul.
Jan 17th: 1st Week, Saturday: Saint Anthony of the Desert
1 Sam 9:1-4, 17-19; 10:1 / Mark 2:13-17
God chooses Saul as king: Samuel anointed Saul.
2nd Sunday A: Liturgical Prayers
A. Witness to Jesus Christ
B. Jesus, Lamb of God
Readings: Is 49:3,5-6; Ps 40:2, 4, 7-8, 8-9, 10
1 Cor 1:1-3; Jn 1:29-34
Jan 16; 1st week, Friday
1 Sam 8:4-7, 10-22 / Mark 2:1-12
The Israelites demand a king: God told Samuel to anoint a king.
January 15: 1st Week, Thursday: St. Paul the Hermit
1 Sam 4:1-11 / Mark 1:40-45
Israel takes the ark into battle: They were defeated; the ark was captured.
Israel takes the ark into battle: They were defeated; the ark was captured.
1st Week: Jan 12-17:
1st Week: Jan 12-17:
Jan 12 Monday: St. Hilary, Bishop, Doctor of the Church: Mk 1:14-20:
Jan 14, 1st Week, Wednesday
1 Sam 3:1-10, 19-20 / Mark 1:29-39
God calls Samuel: Samuel said, “Speak, Lord; I am listening.”
January 13: 1st Week, Tuesday,: Saint Hilary
January 13: 1st Week, Tuesday,: Saint Hilary
1 Sam 1:9-20 / Mark 1:21-28
Hannah asks God for a child; she gave birth to Samuel.
January 12: 1st Week, Monday, Plus Liturgy
1 Samuel 1: 1-8; Mark 1:14-20
Hannah is barren: Her rival made her burden heavier.
Hannah is barren: Her rival made her burden heavier.
Baptism of the Lord - Liturgical Prayers
Greeting
Today, Jesus was baptized in the Jordan; The Father recognized him as his beloved Son; The Holy Spirit prepared him for his mission of service. May the Lord’s Spirit of sonship and service be always with you. R/ And also with you.
January 10: Saturday after Epiphany
January 10: Saturday after Epiphany
1 John 5:14-21 / John 3:22-30
God hears our prayers; We should pray for sinners.
January 9: Friday after Epiphany
January 9: Friday after Epiphany
1 John 5:5-13 / Luke 5:12-16
Jesus is the Son of God; Water, blood, and Spirit testify
to Jesus.
January 8; Thursday after Epiphany
January 8; Thursday after Epiphany
1 John 4:19 - 5:4 / Luke 4:14-22
How can we be sure we love God? Whoever loves God must also love others.
January 7th; Wednesday after Epiphany
January 7th; Wednesday after Epiphany
1 John 4:11-18 / Mark 6:45-52
Love casts out fear; Have courage on judgment day.
Jan 6th: Tues after Epiphany; St. Andre Bessette
January 6th: Tuesday after Epiphany; St. Andre Bessette
1 John 4:7-10 / Mark 6:34-44
God is love; Whoever loves knows God.
Jan 5th; Monday After Epiphany
Monday After Epiphany
1 John 3:22 - 4:6 / Matthew 4: 12-17, 23-25
THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN IS NEAR
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