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Ralph Martin Click on the links below for articles written by Ralph Martin. Why Are We So Afraid? (To Be Afraid of Hell ) by Ralph Martin for the National Catholic Register The Post-Christendom Sacramental Crisis: The Wisdom of Thomas Aquinas (Nova et Vetera, English Edition, Vol. 11, No. 1 (2013): 59–77) What is the New Evangelization---Why is it important for priestly forma...

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Renewal Ministries has striven since 1980 to proclaim the message: “God Is.” This video captures the core of our mission to set the hearts of both God’s faithful and those who do not yet know Him on fire with the Holy Spirit. From Ralph’s moving meeting with Pope John Paul II, to our first open door for mission work in Lithuania, this story is a clarion call to the great...

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Proclaiming the Gospel Around the World To help people around the world to encounter Jesus, grow in holiness and become intentional disciples, Renewal Ministries conducts large evangelization rallies, healing and deliverance workshops, leadership training and youth camps, as well as conferences and retreats for priests, religious, and lay leaders. We are currently working in more than thirty ...

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The Choices We Face Guest Schedule

New Episodes: 3/4/13 – 8/25/13 *Schedule subject to change at any time. Week of Show # Title & Guest(s) 3/02/14 #1401  "The New Evangelization & Vatican II: Part I" with Ralph & Peter Ralph & Peter reflect on the New Evangelization & Vatican II in Part I of this two-part special. 3/09/14 #1402  "The New Evangel...

The Fulfillment of All Desire

The Fulfillment of All Desire by Ralph Martin draws on the teaching of seven doctors of the Church to present an in-depth study of the journey to God. Written just over a decade ago, the book already is used in more than twenty-four seminaries, novitiates, and universities. As many reviewers have noted, The Fulfillment of All Desire makes the writings of the saints accessible without watering...

TV - Crossing the Goal

Crossing the Goal Former NFL all-pro wide receiver and coach Danny Abramowicz and his "team" have created Crossing the Goal , a television show on EWTN Global Catholic Network that uses a sports-show format to encourage men to get into spiritual shape. Each week the team—consisting of Danny Abramowicz; Peter Herbeck, vice-president of Renewal Ministries; Curtis Martin, fo...

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Broadcasting live with Ustream Here is the Gathering schedule. Please join us! Saturday, April 7, 2018 7:30 a.m.  Mass 9 a.m.  Intro, Praise and Worship 9:30 a.m.  Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT: “Arise!” 10:45 a.m.  Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT: Workshop on Healing (followed by Ministry) 2 p.m.  Pete Burak and the i.d.9:16 Team: &ldquo...

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David Mangan

David Mangan is a graduate of Duquesne University and holds a Master’s Degree in Education. David has been involved in all levels of religious education for more than forty years as teacher and administrator. He and his wife Barbara were married in 1972, and have five children and sixteen grandchildren. They live in Ann Arbor, Michigan and are members of Christ the King Catholic Church. ...

Debbie Herbeck

Debra Herbeck speaks at conferences and retreats about spiritual growth, discipleship, and her own journey from Judaism to the Catholic Church. For the past thirty years, she has worked extensively in youth and women’s ministry. Debbie is the co-founder and leader of Be Love Revolution , a movement dedicated to helping young women encounter and be God’s love in t...

Francisco Gavrilides

  Since the time of his conversion to Catholicism in 1968, Paco Gavrilides has dedicated his life to serving Christ in the Church with a passion to share the Gospel. As a teacher, speaker, and evangelist, Paco has worked with many dioceses, movements, and individuals both nationally and internationally. He has been especially active in leadership formation, men’s ministry, family ...

Jack Lynch

Jack Lynch  is Renewal Ministries' TV and radio producer. He and his wife Lisa have five adult children, a growing list of grandchildren, and live in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Jack is a graduate of the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service. Active in the Catholic Charismatic Renewal for over forty years, he currently leads Life in the Spirit Seminars for his parish in A...

Laurie Watson Manhardt

Laurie Watson Manhardt, PhD   is a Catholic wife, mother, and grandmother. After teaching young girls at the Huron Valley School in Michigan, she taught second grade catechism for several years in New Jersey, preparing children to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist. After teaching an inter-faith Bible Study for ten years, Laurie recognized the need f...

Mark Nehrbas

 Mark Nehrbas has worked on the campus of Franciscan University of Steubenville since 1985.  He currently serves as Director of Development at Franciscan University and connects donors with the University’s educational and evangelistic mission in order to provide funds for scholarships, student financial aid, special projects, and buildings. Mark has a passion for evangel...

Peter Herbeck

Peter Herbeck  is the vice president and director of missions for Renewal Ministries. He has been actively involved in evangelization and Catholic renewal throughout the US, Canada, Africa, and Eastern Europe for more than thirty years. Peter is a co-host for the weekly EWTN television programs The Choices We Face   and Crossing the Goal . He also hosts the daily radio show&...

Ralph Martin

Ralph Martin is the president of Renewal Ministries (www.renewalministries.net), an organization devoted to Catholic renewal and evangelization. Renewal Ministries is the sponsor of The Choices We Face , a widely viewed weekly Catholic television and radio program distributed throughout the world, and engages in a wide variety of mission work in more than thirty countries. Ralph  also i...

Sean Breeden

Originally from Bay City, Texas, Sean is a 2009 graduate of the Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio. Sean resides in Saline, Michigan, (just south of Ann Arbor) with his wife Lexie and their children Emma, Isaac, and Dominic. His home parish is Christ the King in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Sean is currently employed as an assistant vice president mortgage loan officer at Ann Arbor...

Sr. Sarah Burdick, SGL

Sister Sarah Burdick is an evangelist who has ministered to many people at missionary rallies in Eastern Europe and Africa. She is the director of formation for the Servants of God’s Love, a religious community canonically established in the Diocese of Lansing, Michigan. Sister Sarah has a B.S. in Education from the University of Michigan and an M.A. in Theology from Sacred Heart Major Se...

Tom Edwards and Jean Marie

Tom Edwards  and his wife, Jean Marie, make their home in St. Augustine, Florida. In 1974, after working several years in retail, Tom resigned from his management position to answer a call to full-time ministry. This step soon evolved into an international mobile outreach of lay Catholic evangelization preaching and teaching of the Holy Scriptures. His conference speaking, retreats, ...

Deacon Xavier Chau Doan

Deacon Xavier Chau Doan was born in Vietnam and migrated to Roseville, Michigan, in 1975 after the fall of Saigon. There he met his wife, Julie, who led him back to active faith. In 1992, he became a catechist to the Vietnamese Catholiccommunity and the following year was baptized in the Holy Spirit. He became more active as a DRE with RCIA and marriage prep. In 1994, Deacon Doan discerned a...

Donald Turbitt

Donald Turbitt has been a Catholic lay leader, father, and businessman for over twenty years. Now retired, Don served twenty-one years on the Providence Fire Department in Rhode Island, and owned a light construction business for twenty years. He and his wife Pat have three children, thirteen grandchildren, and one great-grandson. Don's ministry in the Church has been diverse. For forty...

Emmanuel Tamakloe

Emmanuel Tamakloe began sharing the Good News with the youth in schools and parishes in Ghana after discipleship training in 1996. The Lord continued to open doors for him during the next three years through parish missions, rallies, retreats, conferences, and a school of evangelization. He first worked with Renewal Ministries in 1999, at the school of evangelization in Akim Swedru, Ghana. He ...

John Kazanjian

John Kazanjian  is an Armenian-American entrepreneur who loves people, preaching, and great coffee. To pay the bills, he runs a laundry and shipping business serving students at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. But his true passion is spreading the Good News about Jesus.  John serves as our country coordinator in Turkey, although he travels regularly to many other parts of t...

Pat Turbitt

Pat Turbitt has been a leader in the Charismatic Renewal for more than thirty years, and has mentored and been a pastoral leader to women in the People of God's Love Covenant Community for twenty years. Pat has organized and directed retreats specifically for women, and is the Rhode Island coordinator of Magnificat, a ministry to Catholic women. Along with her husband Donald, Pat has preached...

Peter Newburn

Peter Newburn has served in full-time ministry for over thirty years. His pastoral experience encompasses many different lay ministry positions. He served for almost nine years as a parish life coordinator in the Diocese of San Bernardino, California, where he was responsible for overseeing all aspects of pastoral ministry and the administration of a large parish. Peter and his family cu...

Tom Edwards

Tom Edwards  and his wife, Jean Marie, make their home in St. Augustine, Florida. In 1974, after working several years in retail, Tom resigned from his management position to answer a call to full-time ministry. This step soon evolved into an international mobile outreach of lay Catholic evangelization e preaching and teaching of the Holy Scriptures. His conference speaking, retreats...

The Choices We Face

September 10 — God is Not Weak

Fr. John Riccardo talks about the power of God to impact our culture. God is Not Weak

The Choices We Face

September 24 — God and Money

Ralph Martin addresses a group of young adults at a meeting of "id9:16" about the need to make Jesus the Lord of every area of our lives, including our finances. God and Money

The Choices We Face

October 8 — The Place of Freedom

Peter Herbeck speaks at the 2016 Renewal Ministries Gathering on what true freedom looks like.   The Place of Freedom

The Choices We Face

October 22 — Be It Done Unto Me

Johnnette Benkovic, founder of Women of Grace, preaches at the 2016 Renewal Ministries Gathering on saying "Yes" to God. Be It Done Unto Me

The Choices We Face

November 5 — Pope Francis and Mercy

Ralph Martin speaks at the Lift Jesus Higher Rally in Toronto on the full understanding of mercy. Pope Francis and Mercy

The Choices We Face

November 19 — Not Too Late

Dr. Karen Poehailos discusses an astonishing way to reverse certain chemically-induced abortions. Not Too Late

The Choices We Face

December 3 — Empty to be Filled

Renewal Ministries VP of Missions Peter Herbeck speaks at a rally in Toledo, OH on what constitutes true fulfillment. Empty to be Filled

The Choices We Face

December 17 — Empowering the New Evangelization

Our hosts discuss what it means to open wide the doors to the Holy Spirit and the fruits that come from it. Empowering the New Evangelization

The Choices We Face

January 1 — Diamond in the Rough

Author and speaker Susan Conroy talks about her friendship with St. Mother Theresa and how it impacted her life. Diamond in the Rough

The Choices We Face

January 14 — For Such a Time as This

Ralph and Peter discuss a video on the amazing story of Renewal Ministries. For Such a Time as This

The Choices We Face

January 28 — Remember You Are Loved

Martha Fernandez-Sardina talks about her unique evangelistic outreach Remember You Are Loved. Remember You Are Loved

The Choices We Face

February 18 — A Richer Life

David Brecount, founder of U.S. Digital Partners, tells us how he brings his faith to bear in the marketplace. A Richer Life

The Choices We Face

September 2 — Back to Basics

Sr. Ann Shields, SGL, speaks at a recent Renewal Ministries Gathering on the need to never stop practicing the basics in our life with God. Back to Basics

The Choices We Face

September 23 — The Urgency of the Moment

Peter Herbeck speaks at the 2017 New Evangelization Summit on facing our times with courage. The Urgency of the Moment

The Choices We Face

October 7 — What in the World Is Going On?

Ralph Martin speaks at the Power and Purpose Conference on how to respond to "the greatest historical confrontation mankind has ever experienced." What in the World Is Going On?

The Choices We Face

October 21 — Doctor! Doctor! The Supreme Importance of Prayer

Ralph Martin speaks at a recent conference on the teaching of some of the Doctors of the Church on prayer. Doctor! Doctor! The Supreme Importance of Prayer

The Choices We Face

November 4 — Hope in a World Gone Mad

Peter Herbeck speaks at the New Evangelization Summit on trusting God in the midst of increasing cultural darkness. Hope in a World Gone Mad

The Choices We Face

November 18 — What is the Spirit Saying?

Popular guest and pastor Fr. John Riccardo shares his thoughts on what is happening in the Church and culture today. What is the Spirit Saying?

The Choices We Face

December 2 — A Surprising Catholic

Founder of From His Heart Ministries, Barbara Heil, relates how she came into the Catholic Church after being a Pentecostal evangelist for years - without losing her ministry. A Surprising Catholic

The Choices We Face

December 16 — Simple Faith Moves Mountains

Peter Herbeck speaks at a recent New Evangelization Summit on how God often uses people of little worldly influence to accomplish his purposes. Simple Faith Moves Mountains

The Choices We Face

December 30 — False Freedom

Peter Herbeck speaks at a recent conference on the delusion of freedom that pervades our culture and what freedom really looks like. False Freedom

The Choices We Face

January 13 — The Real Truth

Deacon Tom Cabeen, a former leader in Jehovah's Witnesses, talks about his work with them and how he found his way back to the Catholic Church, and "the real truth". The Real Truth

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January 27 — Get Real

Brig Sorber, Founder and CEO of Two Men and A Truck, shares his story of conversion to Christ and the Catholic Church. Get Real

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February 10 — Everyday Witness

Dr. Tom Graves shares how his Catholic faith came alive and how he brings it into everyday encounters with patients. Everyday Witness

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February 24 — Life Is Not a Game

Bishop Scott McCaig speaks at a recent Lift Jesus Higher Rally in Toronto, Canada on the apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary at Fatima, Portugal in 1917 and their ultimate significance. Life Is Not a Game

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March 31 — You Have Raised Up The Lowly

Ralph Martin addresses a recent conference on Mary's unique influence with Jesus and her choice of the lowly to bear her messages. You Have Raised Up The Lowly

The Choices We Face

April 14 — Loving Jesus Like He's Never Been Loved

Patti Mansfield shares thoughts from the Saints on love and prayer.  Loving Jesus Like He's Never Been Loved

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April 28 — From Baseball to Priesthood - and Back

Fr. Burke Masters shares his dream of becoming a major league baseball player, what led him to the priesthood instead, and an unusual turn of events afterwards. From Baseball to Priesthood - and Back

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May 12 — Getting to the Roots

In the second part of two episodes, Dr. Bob Schuchts explores the need to look deeper to find the causes of sin patterns in our lives.  Getting to the Roots

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May 26 — Fatima - The Drama Begins

Ralph Martin speaks at a recent conference on the amazing beginnings of the apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary at Fatima, Portugal in 1917. Fatima - The Drama Begins

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June 9 — Fatima - the Wrap-Up

In Part Three of a three-part series, Ralph and Peter talk about the significance of the Fatima happenings and their relevance for today. Fatima - the Wrap-Up

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June 23 — Authentic Love

Popular speaker Sr. Miriam James Heidland talks about how to forgive the unforgivable and what real love looks like. Authentic Love

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July 7 — All In

Fr. John Riccardo speaks at a meeting of young adult outreach i.d.9:16 Disciples Night on the need to be wholehearted in our response to Jesus. All In

The Choices We Face

July 21 — Holiness - The Real Deal

Dr. Ralph Martin speaks at a recent conference on how true holiness differs from the popular caricature.  Holiness - The Real Deal

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August 4 — On Mission: Part Two

Catholic Christian Outreach leader Christy Dupuis concludes her presentation on sharing the Gospel in everyday circumstances.  On Mission: Part Two

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August 18 — Lessons From An Everyday Saint

Ralph Martin speaks at Sacred Heart Seminary about the life and work of Blessed Solanus Casey.   Lessons From An Everyday Saint

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September 1 — Sounding A Clear Trumpet

Ralph Martin speaks at a recent conference on the need for clarity and boldness in a Church too often beset by confusion and timidity.  Sounding A Clear Trumpet

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September 15 — Heaven - So Much More

In Part Two of a two-part series, Dr. Allison Low describes some of the wonderful and amazing things most people don't know we know about Heaven! Heaven - So Much More

Fire on the Earth

December 23 — Going Home

Jesus wants to bring you home to the Father.  Going Home

Fire on the Earth

December 27 — Encountering Catholicism

Dr. Kinzer shares his story of encountering historic Christianity.  Encountering Catholicism

Fire on the Earth

December 29 — Nostra Aetate

The Church “searches her own mystery” and finds that historic Judaism is part of that mystery. Nostra Aetate

Fire on the Earth

December 30 — Searching Her Own Mystery

Dr. Kinzer discusses important dimensions of the mystery of both the Church and Jewish People.   Searching Her Own Mystery

Fire on the Earth

January 2 — Ignatius’ Insight

Jesus taught Ignatius to discern the contrary movements of the good and bad spirits within the human heart, mind, imagination. Ignatius’ Insight

Food for the Journey

January 3 — Holy Name of Jesus

1John 2:29-3:6 Psalm 98  All the ends of the earth… John 1:29-34   (Speak of Phil 2:3-11 and Phil. 3: 7-11—faith!) Holy Name of Jesus

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January 4 — St. Elizabeth Seton

1John 3:7-10 Psalm 98  All the ends of the earth have seen… John 1:35-42  (about four in the afternoon…significance… St. Elizabeth Seton

Fire on the Earth

January 5 — Seeing What Jesus Sees

What does Jesus see that most people in this world don’t: the last shall be first.  Seeing What Jesus Sees

Food for the Journey

January 5 — Faith of John Neumann

John 3:11-21  love so essential to the Christian life Psalm 100  Let all the earth cry out to God with joy John 1:43-51—Again, proclamation of who Jesus is!! Faith of John Neumann

Food for the Journey

January 6 — Feast of the Epiphany (Jan. 8th)

See Pope Benedict’s intro p. 109  Isaiah 60:1-6 Psalm 72  Lord, every nation on earth will adore you! Ephesians 3:2-3, 5-6 revelation to you!!  Matthew 2:1-12—Magi—longing, found Him, protected Him, adored Him Feast of the Epiphany (Jan. 8th)

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January 9 — The Baptism of the Lord

Entrance antiphon  p. 122 and opening prayers Is. 42:1-4, 6-7   Psalm 29  The Lord will bless his people with peace. Matthew 3:13-17 See Merikakis; Bede Jarrett p. 127 The Baptism of the Lord

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January 10 — Let the word of God…

Hebrews 1:1-6 and Hebrews 2:5-12  Psalm 8  You have given your son rule over the works of your hands Mark 1: 21-28  Father Dajczer  pp. 138-139  Magnificat Let the word of God…

Food for the Journey

January 11 — God’s love

Hebrews 2:14-18 Psalm 105  The Lord remembers His covenant forever Mark 1:29-39   God’s love

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January 12 — God desires to heal us and we shun Him

Hebrews 3:7-14  Psalm 95  If today you hear his voice… Mark 1:40-45—leprosy in our minds and souls…See p. 160 God desires to heal us and we shun Him

Food for the Journey

January 13 — for Jan. 15 Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Is. 49:3, 5-6 Psalm 40  Do you reject what the Lord asks? 1Cor. 1:1-3  Called to be holy John 1:29-34—I am living as I am to proclaim Christ?  Do I? Do we? for Jan. 15 Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Food for the Journey

January 16 — Old wineskins—new wine?

Hebrews 5:1-10  Jesus’ intercession Psalm 110  You are a priest forever… Mark 2:18-22  We need to be made new in Christ.  Is He central in your life? Old wineskins—new wine?

Food for the Journey

January 17 — Jesus is LORD!

Hebrews 6:10-20  Hope an anchor of the soul (confident assurance in Christ) Psalm 111 The Lord will remember His covenant forever Mark 2:23-28 Jesus is LORD!

Food for the Journey

January 18 — Jesus’ healing met by hardness of heart

See opening prayer  Hebrews 7:1-3, 15-17  Psalm 110  You are a priest forever, in the line of Melchizedek Mark 3:1-6  How about us? Jesus’ healing met by hardness of heart

Food for the Journey

January 19 — I come to do your will, not mine

Hebrews 7:25-8:6—Speaking of Jesus Psalm 40 Here I am, Lord, I come to do your will Mark 3:7-12  WORK OF THE ENEMY  p.278-79  Recommend Be Strong…CD I come to do your will, not mine

Food for the Journey

January 20 — for January 22, Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Isaiah 8:23-9:3 Psalm 27  The Lord is my light and my salvation 1Cor, 1:10-13, 17 Matthew 4:12-23  See JPII, p.318-19 Magnificat Mag. for January 22, Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Fire on the Earth

January 23 — Continue in My Word

 Jesus makes clear that internalizing his word, that is “continuing” in his word is foundational for everyone who wants to be his disciple. Continue in My Word

Fire on the Earth

January 24 — Knowing the Truth

Jesus has come to give us freedom, his freedom, eternal freedom in God. That freedom cannot be received without living in the truth, God’s truth, in the Son.  Knowing the Truth

Food for the Journey

January 25 — The Conversion of St. Paul

Acts 22:3-16  (Read also Acts 9:1-22) Psalm 117Go out to all the world and tell the Good news Mark 16:15-18—power of God for conversion—who do you pray for? The Conversion of St. Paul

Food for the Journey

January 26 — Do God’s will

Paul to Timothy 1:1-8 and Paul to Titus 1:1-5 Psalm 96  Proclaim God’s marvelous deeds to all the Nations Luke 10:1-9   Do God’s will

Food for the Journey

January 27 — for Sunday, January 29 – 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Zephaniah 2:3; 3:12-13  Humility, justice and truth Psalm 146  Blessed are the poor in spirit; the kingdom of heaven is theirs! 1Cor. 1:26-31 God chose the weak of the world… Matthew 5:1-12 for Sunday, January 29 – 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Food for the Journey

January 30 — Do His will; put ALL your trust in Him

Hebrews 11:32-40 Psalm 31 Let your hearts take comfort, all who hope in the Lord Mark 5:1-20    Do what God wills Do His will; put ALL your trust in Him

Food for the Journey

January 31 — St. John Bosco

Hebrews 12:1-4 Psalm 22 They will praise you, Lord, who long for you Mark 5:21-43 St. John Bosco

Food for the Journey

February 1 — How deep is your faith?

Hebrews 12:4-7, 11-15   Psalm 103  The Lord’s kindness…Mark 6:1-6  Amazed at their lack of faith How deep is your faith?

Food for the Journey

February 2 — Feast of the Presentation

Malachi 3:1-4 Psalm 24  Who is this King of Glory? Hebrews 2:14-18  Luke 2:22-40 Feast of the Presentation

Food for the Journey

February 3 — for Sunday, February 5:Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Is. 58:7-10 and Psalm 112 The just man is a light in the darkness to the upright 1Corinthians 2:1-5 Matthew 5:13-16 for Sunday, February 5:Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Food for the Journey

February 6 — Disordered affection

Genesis 1:1-19 Psalm 104 May the Lord be glad in His works Mark 6:53-56 See Magnificat pp. 94-5 Disordered affection

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February 7 — Their hearts are far from me

Genesis 1:20-2:4 Psalm 8  O Lord our God how wonderful is your name in all the earth Mark 7:1-13 Their hearts are far from me

Food for the Journey

February 8 — Josephine Bakhita

Genesis 2:4-9, 15-17  Creation:  God’s law and our response Psalm 104  O, Bless the Lord, my soul Mark 7:14-23  What comes out of a man defiles him—see St. Josephine Josephine Bakhita

Food for the Journey

February 9 — Faith

Genesis 2:18-25 Psalm 128  Blessed are those who fear the Lord Mark 7:24-30  Tested her faith  Gospel of Mark, Healy, pp. 144-145 Faith

Food for the Journey

February 10 — for Sunday, Feb. 12 Theme:6th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Read collect. P. 166   Sirach 15:15-20 Psalm 119  Blessed are they who follow the law of the Lord 1Cor. 2:6-10…what God has prepared for those who love Him! Matthew 5:17-37 for Sunday, Feb. 12 Theme:6th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Food for the Journey

February 13 — Always seeking; never believing…without proof

Genesis 4:1-15, 25  Cain and Abel Psalm 50  Offer to God a sacrifice of praise Mark 8:11-13 Always seeking; never believing…without proof

Fire on the Earth

February 14 — Encountering Jesus

Pete speaks about the importance of initial conversion in the work of evangelization. Encountering Jesus

Fire on the Earth

February 15 — Personal Relationship with Jesus?

What does it mean to have a personal relationship with Jesus? Personal Relationship with Jesus?

Fire on the Earth

February 16 — Intentionality

Pete shares why outreach to young adults needs to be intentional and strategic.   Intentionality

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February 17 — Love is a Decision

Pete addresses the importance of embracing ones vocation and the obstacles young adults often experience when faced with its challenges.  Love is a Decision

Food for the Journey

February 20 — Faith, dependence on God and the power of prayer

Sirach 1:1-10  Learning God’s priorities through prayer… Psalm 93  The Lord is king; he is robed in majesty Mark 9:14-29 Faith, dependence on God and the power of prayer

Food for the Journey

February 21 — Do whatever He tells you!

Sirach 2:1-11 Psalm 37  Commit your life to the Lord, and He will help you Mark 9:30-37 Do whatever He tells you!

Food for the Journey

February 22 — Chair of St. Peter

See Intro  p. 323  1 Peter 5:1-4 Psalm 23 The Lord is my Shepherd… Matthew 16:13-19  Who do you say that I am? Chair of St. Peter

Food for the Journey

February 23 — St. Polycarp

See intro  p. 333   Sirach 5:1-8 Psalm 1  Blessed are they who hope in the Lord Mark 9:41-50 St. Polycarp

Food for the Journey

February 24 — for Feb. 26 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Is. 49:14-15 Psalm 62  Rest in God alone, my soul 1Corinthians 4:1-5 Matthew 6:24-34—We cannot serve two masters for Feb. 26 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Food for the Journey

February 27 — Be free to serve

Sirach 17:20-24 Psalm 32  Let the just exult and rejoice in the Lord Mark 10:17-27  To make the decisions that set you free Be free to serve

Food for the Journey

February 28 — Have you given up everything to follow Christ?

Sirach 35:1-12   Desires, hopes, dreams? Psalm 50  To the Upright I will show the saving power of God Mark 10:28-31 Have you given up everything to follow Christ?

Food for the Journey

March 1 — Ash Wednesday

JL 2:12-18 Psalm 513-4,5-6, 12-13, 14, 17  Be merciful O Lord, for we have sinned…make one decision Now is the day of salvation         2 Cor. 5:20-6:2 Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18 Ash Wednesday

Food for the Journey

March 2 — Will you follow Him?

Dt. 30:15-20 Psalm 1:1-2,3,4 and 6  Blessed are they who hope in the Lord Luke 9:22-25 Will you follow Him?

Food for the Journey

March 3 — for Sun. March 5 Theme: First Sunday of Lent

Genesis 2:7-9, 3:1-7 Psalm 51:3-4,5-6, 12-13, 17  Be merciful, O Lord, for we have sinned Romans 5:12-19 Matthew 4:1-11 Dependence on God or on self? for Sun. March 5 Theme: First Sunday of Lent

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March 6 — Live a holy life!

Leviticus 19:1-2. 11-18 Psalm 19  Your words, Lord, are spirit and life Matthew 25:31-46 Live a holy life!

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March 7 — Sts. Perpetua and Lucy

Isaiah 55: 10-11  the power of the word Psalm 34  From all their distress, the Lord rescues the just Matthew 6:7-15 Sts. Perpetua and Lucy

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March 8 — Set Your Minds on Christ

St. Paul exhorts us to set our minds upon Christ. This is essential, crucial for the life of every disciple. Set your mind on Christ so you can see who you are and where you’re going.   Set Your Minds on Christ

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March 9 — Put on the New Man!

St. Paul is telling us that we have a choice, who will we live, who will I follow, what will I make of my life? Will I be conformed to the desires of my flesh or to the person of Christ?  Put on the New Man!

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March 10 — Give Thanks to God

St. Paul tells us exactly what we need to do and how we are to live in these difficult times.  Give Thanks to God

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March 13 — Spiritual Combat

Lent is a season of spiritual combat. Are we entering into the battle? Spiritual Combat

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March 14 — Come, let us set things right/pride and humility

Isaiah 1:10, 16-20 Psalm 50 To the upright I will show the saving power of God Matthew 23:1-12 Come, let us set things right/pride and humility

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March 15 — Save me, O Lord, in your kindness

Jeremiah 18:18-20 Psalm 31  Save me, O Lord, in your kindness Matthew 20:17-28 Save me, O Lord, in your kindness

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March 16 — Look for Him in others

Jeremiah 17:5-10 Psalm 1  Blessed are they who hope in the Lord… Luke 16:19-31  See Father Donald Haggerty, p. 248-49 Look for Him in others

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March 17 — for Sunday March 19 Theme: 3rd Sunday of Lent

Ex. 17:3-7  (Note: feast  Joseph—moved to the 20th) Psalm 95  If today you hear His voice, harden not your hearts Romans 5:1-2, 5-8  Hope does not disappoint!  While we were still sinners John 4:5-42—For Monday’s program  mercy and my food is to do the will… for Sunday March 19 Theme: 3rd Sunday of Lent

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March 20 — Feast of St. Joseph

John 4:5-42—For Monday’s program  mercy and my food is to do the will… 2 Samuel 7:4-5, 12-14, 16 Psalm 89  The son of David will live forever Matthew 1:16, 18-21, 24   See intro p. 298-99 Feast of St. Joseph

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March 21 — Giving and receiving forgiveness-essential

Daniel 3:25-43  Azariah is about to be burned to death and he trust God… Psalm 25  remember your mercies O Lord… Matthew 18:21-35  See also Magnificat, p.314-15 Giving and receiving forgiveness-essential

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March 22 — Live and teach the truth

Deuteronomy 4:1, 5-9—teach the truth… Psalm 147  Praise the Lord, O Jerusalem Matthew 5:17-19 Live and teach the truth

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March 23 — To conquer the enemy

Jeremiah 7:23-28  Listen to my voice Psalm 95  If today you hear His voice, harden not your hearts Luke 11:14-23  Spiritual warfare—recommend Be Strong in the Lord To conquer the enemy

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March 24 — The Annunciation and Fourth Sunday of Lent

Read meditation on Annunciation, p. 364  Then1Samuel 16: 1, 6-7, 10-13 Psalm 23 Eph. 5: 8-14; John 9:1-41  Struggling w/ miracles when faith is weak or nonexistent The Annunciation and Fourth Sunday of Lent

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March 27 — Signs of the life to come

Isaiah 65 : 17-21 Psalm 30  I will praise you, Lord, for you have rescued me John 4:43-54  Jesus is everything for us Signs of the life to come

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March 28 — How clear is my spiritual vision?

Ez. 47:1-9, 12 Psalm 46  The Lord of hosts is with us… John 5:1-16  Get so caught up in our own agendas that we can’t see Christ How clear is my spiritual vision?

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March 29 — I do not seek my own will

Isaiah 49:8-15 Psalm 145  The Lord is gracious and merciful John 5:17-30 I do not seek my own will

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March 30 — Idolatry

Every human being is subject to the temptation of the devil to seduce us to replace God with an idol, that is, to worship something less than God. Everybody worships something. What do you worship? Idolatry

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March 31 — Tempting God

The devil tempted Jesus by misquoting scripture as a means to get him to disobey the Father. Jesus resisted by speaking the truth. The devil left and waited for a more opportune time.  Tempting God

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April 3 — If the Spirit of Jesus Dwells in You

St. Paul tells us that we shall be raised with Christ is the Spirit of Jesus dwells in us.   If the Spirit of Jesus Dwells in You

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April 4 — Lazarus, Come Forth

Jesus speaks to a dead man and he comes back to life.  Lazarus, Come Forth

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April 5 — In Christ we can be free…

Daniel 3: 14-20, 91-92, 95   (a kind of conversion) Responsorial psalm  (Daniel 3) John 8:31-42  (lack of faith—pride based on family lines) In Christ we can be free…

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April 6 — What is the level of your faith?

Genesis 17:3-9  (covenant) Psalm 105  The Lord remembers his covenant forever John 8:51-59—He who keeps my word will never see death…See also p. 93 What is the level of your faith?

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April 7 — For Sunday April 9 Palm Sunday

Isaiah 50:4-7  Psalm 22  My God, my God, why have you abandoned me? Philippians 2:6-11 Matthew 26:14-27:66  How deep is you faith  See Francis de Sales, Magnificat, pp. 42-43 For Sunday April 9 Palm Sunday

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April 10 — Real faith and that of the scribes/disciples

Is. 42:1-7 Psalm 27  The Lord is my light and my salvation John 12:1-11  rash judgment can result in death—reputation/physical death Real faith and that of the scribes/disciples

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April 11 — Faith in Jesus Christ

Isaiah 49:1-6 Psalm 71  I will sing of your salvation  --God is our refuge John 13:21-33, 36-38  See also p. 63 Faith in Jesus Christ

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April 12 — Have we not betrayed Him too?

Isaiah 50:4-9 Psalm 69  Lord, in your great love, answer me Matthew 26: 14-25  Have we not betrayed Him too?

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April 13 — Forever I will sing the goodness of the Lord

Exodus 12:1-8, 11-14 Psalm 116 Our blessing cup…1Cor. 11:23-26 John 11:1-15 Forever I will sing the goodness of the Lord

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April 14 — The death of Jesus

Is. 52: 13-53:12 and Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7-9, p. 141. Then read passion… The quiet, the waiting, the despair, the hope… Mary Magdalene rises before it is light and came to the tomb…They have taken him; “Mary!” “Rabboni” —they saw and believed; Mt. 28:1-10 (p. 240 of Holy Week booklet) or p. 179 (April 2017) The death of Jesus

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April 17 — He is Risen! The witnesses speak

Acts 2:14, 22-33   Psalm 16:  Keep me safe, O God; you are my hope Matthew 28:8-15Attempts by Satan the Father of Lies to confuse, deny… He is Risen! The witnesses speak

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April 18 — God’s grace at work; power of the resurrection

Acts 2:36-41 Psalm 33 The earth is full of the goodness of the Lord John 20:11-18  Mary Magdalene—one of the first to announce the Good News God’s grace at work; power of the resurrection

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April 19 — Revelation on the road to Emmaus

Acts 3:1-10 Psalm 105  Rejoice O hearts that seek the Lord Luke 24:13-35 power of the Eucharist Revelation on the road to Emmaus

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April 20 — The Eucharist

Acts 3:11-26—Turn from your evil ways Psalm 8  How wonderful is your Name in all the earth! Luke 24:15-48 The Eucharist

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April 21 — Do You Know Who You Are?

St. Peter and the apostles knew exactly who they are: sinners, forgiven, born again by water and the Spirit, sent by Jesus under the power of the Holy Spirit to be his witnesses, to seek and save the lost. Do you know who you are?  Do You Know Who You Are?

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April 24 — The Call to Serve

Dan and Lyn share how they met and how God began leading Dan to become a pastor in the Nazarene Church. The Call to Serve

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April 25 — Catholic Dreams

Dan shares the story of having two dreams about the Catholic Church which were “sneak previews of coming attractions.” Catholic Dreams

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April 26 — My Father’s House

Dan and Lyn go to the streets in response to a prompting of the Holy Spirit. My Father’s House

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April 27 — He does not ration the gift of the Holy Spirit

Acts 5:27-33 Psalm 34  The lord hears the cry of the poor John 3:31-36 He does not ration the gift of the Holy Spirit

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April 28 — for Sunday, April 30 Third Sunday of Easter

Acts 2:14, 22-33 Psalm 16  Lord, you will show us the path of life 1Peter 1:17-21  faith is imperishable because it is founded on the risen Christ Luke 24:13-35 for Sunday, April 30 Third Sunday of Easter

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May 1 — St. Joseph the Worker

Acts 6:8-15 Psalm 119  Blessed are they who follow the law of the Lord John 6:22-29 St. Joseph the Worker

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May 2 — St. Athanasius

Acts 7:51-8:1 Psalm 51  Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit John 6:30-35  Everything we truly need is found in Him St. Athanasius

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May 3 — Sts. Philip and James

1  Corinthians 15:1-8 Psalm 19  Their message goes out through all the earth John 14:6-14 Sts. Philip and James

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May 4 — Let all the earth cry out to God with Joy

Acts 8:26-40 Psalm 66 Let all the earth cry out to God with Joy John 6:44-51 Let all the earth cry out to God with Joy

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May 5 — for Sunday May 7, Fourth Sunday of Easter

Acts 2:14, 36-41 Psalm 23  The Lord is my Shepherd 1Peter 2:20-25 John 10:1-10   See John Paul, p. 101 Magnificat for Sunday May 7, Fourth Sunday of Easter

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May 8 — The Good Shepherd

Acts 11:1-18  Jew and Gentile Psalms 42-43 John 10:11-18 The Good Shepherd

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May 9 — Follow the Good Shepherd’s voice

Acts 11:19-26 Psalm 87 all you nations, praise the Lord John 10:22-30  Hear Jesus on forgiveness  Read from Magnificat again… Follow the Good Shepherd’s voice

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May 10 — They laid down their lives

Acts 12:24-13:5a Psalm 67  O God let all the nations praise you John 12:44-50  Look at Jesus’ obedience to the Father They laid down their lives

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May 11 — The receiving of God

Acts 13:13-25 Psalm 89  Forever I will sing the goodness of the Lord John 13:16-20 The receiving of God

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May 12 — for Sunday May 14 5th Sunday OF Easter

FATIMA (1st five min. words of Mary-final bat.); final battle; then--Acts 6:1-7 Lord, let your mercy be on us as we place our trust in you! Ps. 33 1Peter 2:4-9 John 14:1-12  (Spoken to each of us) for Sunday May 14 5th Sunday OF Easter

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May 15 — Focus on God not self

Acts 14:5-18 Psalm 115  Not to us, O Lord, but to your name be the glory John 14:21-26  whoever loves me will keep my word—see also Acts 3:6-10 Focus on God not self

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May 16 — Willingness to share in the suffering of Christ

Acts 14:19-28 Psalm 145  Your friends make known, O Lord, the splendor of your kingdom John 14:27-31 Willingness to share in the suffering of Christ

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May 17 — The Fruit of the Spirit

Jesus wants to bear fruit in us, the fruit that comes from the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit.  The Fruit of the Spirit

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May 18 — Do You Love the Father?

Jesus’ number one passion, his preoccupation, his joy, his purpose was and is to love the Father. If you are Jesus’ disciple, that too should be, Jesus intends it to be your passion.  Do You Love the Father?

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May 19 — For May 21—6th Sunday of Easter

Acts 8:5-8, 14-17 Psalm 8  Let all the earth cry out to God with joy 1Peter 3:15-18 John 14:15-21 For May 21—6th Sunday of Easter

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May 22 — The Lord loves His people

(mention Ascension Thursday(May 25 and Pentecost (June 4) Acts 16:11-15           Psalm 149—The Lord takes delight in his people John 15: 26-16:4   The Lord loves His people

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May 23 — The Lord provides and saves His people

Acts 16:22-34 Psalm 138  Your right hand saves me, O Lord John 16:5-11 The Lord provides and saves His people

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May 24 — The spirit of Truth

Acts 17:15, 22-18:1 Psalm 148  Heaven and earth are full with your glory John 16:12-15 The spirit of Truth

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May 25 — God is with His people—Ascension transferred (Sunday)

Acts 18:1-8 Psalm 98  The Lord has revealed…His saving power John 16:16-20 God is with His people—Ascension transferred (Sunday)

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May 26 — for Sunday May 28 Celebration of the Ascension

Acts 1:1-11 Psalm 47  God mounts his throne with shouts of joy… Ephesians 1:17-23 Matthew 28:16-20  I am with you always! for Sunday May 28 Celebration of the Ascension

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May 29 — What God has given us!

Acts 19:1-8  Baptism of repentance and Baptism where the fruit of Jesus death on the cross imparts new life to us  and Psalm 68 John 16:19-23  Christ IS our peace    What God has given us!

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May 30 — Relationship and call!

Acts 20:17-27 Psalm 68  Sing to God O Kingdoms of the earth John 17:1-11 Relationship and call!

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May 31 — Visitation

Zephaniah 3: 14-18—care for one another Romans 12:9-16 –love as Christ loved Luke 1:39-56  Mary’s gift/ability to praise God Visitation

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June 1 — Selfish and unselfish love

Acts 22:30, 23:6-11 Psalm 16:1-2, 5,7-8, 9-10,11 John 17:20-26—May all be one, Father—need for repentance where we have sown division Selfish and unselfish love

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June 2 — for Sunday—June 4th Feast: Readings for Pentecost

Acts 2:1-11 Psalm 104:  Lord, Send out your Spirit and renew the face of the earth! 1 Cor. 12:3b -7, 12-13   Sequence: Come, Holy Spirit, come! John 20:19-23 for Sunday—June 4th Feast: Readings for Pentecost

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June 5 — Fear of the Lord—a great gift!

Tobit  1:3; 3:1-8 Psalm 112  Blessed the man who fears the Lord Mark 12:1-12  Urge More of the Holy Spirit Fear of the Lord—a great gift!

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June 6 — Am I obedient?

Tobit 2:9-14 Psalm 112  The heart of the just one is firm, trusting… Mark 12:13-17 Am I obedient?

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June 7 — True repentance

Tobit 3:1-11, 16-17…and the power of prayer Psalm 25  To you O Lord, I lift my soul Mark 12:18-27—Here, again, the question of faith: Do I believe? True repentance

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June 8 — Live the Life

The choice is ours. Do we want to live the life Jesus is calling and empowering us to live, or do we want to go our own way? Live the Life

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June 9 — The Great Exchange

Jesus has come to offer each one of us a share in all that belongs to him: eternal joy, happiness beyond measure, peace, contentment, love beyond all telling, family, true friendship. The question is: do you want it?  The Great Exchange

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June 12 — Chosen and Destined

What matters most, what is of first importance is what God has done for us, not what we are supposed to do for God.  Chosen and Destined

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June 13 — Destined and Appointed

In Jesus, you have been destined and appointed by God your Father to live for the praise of His glory. What does that mean? Destined and Appointed

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June 14 — Give yourself that Christ may fulfill His promises, in part, in you

2Cor. 3:4-11   Psalm 99 Holy is the Lord our God Matthew 5:17-19 Give yourself that Christ may fulfill His promises, in part, in you

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June 15 — Simple, clear, repentance and clarity

2Cor. 3:15—4:1, 3-6 Psalm 85  The glory of God will dwell in our land Matthew 5:20-26  See p. 223 Father Simon: The Christian sacrifice of praise cannot occur at arm’s length Simple, clear, repentance and clarity

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June 16 — The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood/Christ

Deut. 8:2-3, 14-16  Ps, 147 Praise the Lord, Jerusalem 1Corinthians 10:16-17—The cup of blessing and Sequence: Laud, O Zion John 6:51-58   Read Jennifer Hubbard’s meditation, p. 279  The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood/Christ

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June 19 — Gifts of the Holy Spirit

see More of H.S. on pages 89-92) 2Corinthians 6:1-10  Psalm 98  The Lord has made known His salvation Matthew 5:38-42 Forgiveness  See Fr. Simon  p. 234-5  Carry over… Gifts of the Holy Spirit

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June 20 — Genuineness of Love?

2Cor. 8:1-9 Psalm 146  Praise the Lord my soul Matthew 5:43-48 Genuineness of Love?

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June 21 — God’s provision for us

2Cor. 9:6-11 Psalm 112  Blessed the man who fears the Lord Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18  p. 243 God’s provision for us

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June 22 — Genuine motivation—what does it look like?

2Cor. 11:1-11 Psalm 111 Your works O Lord, are justice and truth Matthew 6:7-15 Genuine motivation—what does it look like?

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June 23 — for Sunday June 25, 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Jer. 20:10-13 Psalm 69  Lord, in your great love, answer me Romans 5:12-15 Matthew 10:26-33 for Sunday June 25, 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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June 26 — Power of faith

Genesis 12:1-9    (Read poem of Fr. Killian) Psalm 33 Blessed the people the Lord has chosen to be His own Matthew 7:1-5  Read Fr. Simon  Volume 1, p. 289 Power of faith

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June 27 — Understand the sacredness of your call

Genesis 13:2,5-18 Psalm 15  He who does justice shall live in the presence of the Lord Matthew 7:6, 12-14   See pp. 293-294  Father Simon Understand the sacredness of your call

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June 28 — Faith and Obedience

Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18 Psalm 105  The Lord remembers His covenant forever Matthew 7:15-20   (See Sr. Wendy  p. 413  Magnificat) Faith and Obedience

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June 29 — To Learn Jesus Christ

To be a disciple is to be a life-long learner. But to learn what? In the words of St. Paul, “to learn Christ.” To Learn Jesus Christ

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June 30 — for Sunday July 2 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time

2Kings 4:8-11, 14-16 Psalm 89 Forever I will sing…Romans 6:3-4, 8-11 Matthew 10:37-44  pp. 611-612 Fr. Simon Fire of Mercy; Heart of the Word Read my latest booklet: The Mercy of God and the Joy Repentance Brings for Sunday July 2 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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July 3 — Feast of St. Thomas the Apostle

The apostles were the foundation of the household of God, a temple the Lord is building in the earth to his glory. Each one of us is called to be a living stone in that temple. Feast of St. Thomas the Apostle

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July 4 — Futility of a Darkened Mind

To live with a darkened mind is to live as if God doesn’t exist, and to live with goals and values that are outside his purpose. No matter how exciting they may be, they are empty. Futility of a Darkened Mind

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July 5 — The Renewed Mind

The Holy Spirit wants to literally “renew our minds” with a fresh, spiritual way of thinking.  The Renewed Mind

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July 6 — Faith put to the test before the hypocrites

Genesis 22:1-19 Psalm 115 I will walk in the presence of the Lord in the land of the living Matthew 9:1-8 Faith put to the test before the hypocrites

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July 7 — For July 9--14th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Zechariah 9:9-20—His reign extends over all the earth Psalm 145 I will praise your name forever, my king and my God Romans 8:9, 11-13  Matthew 11:25-30  (Order book on Deeper Conversion) For July 9--14th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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July 10 — Faith

Genesis 28:10-22a Psalm 91  In you, my God, I place my trust Matthew 9:18-26 Faith

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July 11 — Feast of St. Benedict

Genesis 32:23-33 Psalm 17  In justice I shall see your face Matthew 9:32-38  The laborers are few… Feast of St. Benedict

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July 12 — God’s plan for Joseph

Genesis 41:55-57, 42: 5-7, 17-24 Psalm 33  Lord, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you Matthew 10:1-7 God’s plan for Joseph

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July 13 — The kingdom is at hand

Genesis 44:18-21, 23-29; 45:1-5 Psalm 105  Remember the marvels the Lord has done Matthew 10:7-15 The kingdom is at hand

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July 14 — for 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Is. 55:10-11 Psalm 65  The seed that falls on good ground… Romans 8:18-23 Matthew 13: 1-23  Hear the parable of the seed and the sower for 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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July 17 — Real faith in practice

See intro  p. 264  Exodus 1:8-14, 22 Psalm 124  Our help is in the name of the Lord Matthew 10: 34-11:1 Real faith in practice

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July 18 — Source of a loss of faith (lack of gratitude&obedience)

Exodus 2:1-15  Psalm 69  Turn to the Lord in your need and you will live… Matthew 11:20-24—More graces given and NOT responded to; little gratitude for the ways God has blessed us… Source of a loss of faith (lack of gratitude&obedience)

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July 19 — Who am I that I should go…Humility of Moses

Exodus 3: 1-6, 9-11 Psalm 103  The Lord is kind and merciful Matthew 11:25-27 Who am I that I should go…Humility of Moses

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July 20 — The Lord is Faithful

Exodus 3:13-20 Psalm 105  The Lord remembers His covenant forever Matthew 11:28-30 The Lord is Faithful

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July 21 — for Sunday July 23—16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Wisdom 12:13, 16-19 Psalm 86 Lord, you are good and forgiving Romans 8:26-27     Matthew 13:24-43  The smallest of all the seeds—the mustard seed—how deep is your faith? for Sunday July 23—16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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July 24 — Sr. Ann’s Deeper Conversion

Sr. Ann describes how she, as a religious sister, encountered Jesus in a new and life-transforming way. Sr. Ann’s Deeper Conversion

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July 25 — New Joy

Sr. Ann shares how a fuller life in the Holy Spirit produced a deep abiding joy in her heart.   New Joy

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July 26 — Franciscan University of Steubenville

Sr. Ann shares wonderful stories of her collaboration with Fr. Michael Scanlan in bringing renewal to Franciscan University.  Franciscan University of Steubenville

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July 27 — FIRE

Sr. Ann shares the story of the ministry of FIRE, collaborating with Fr. Michael Scanlan, Ralph Martin and Fr. John Bertolucci.   FIRE

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July 28 — for Sunday, July 30 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

1Kings 3:5, 7-12 (Prayer to know right from wrong) Psalm 119  Lord, I love your commands… Romans 8:28-30  love God; called according to HIS purpose… Matthew 13:44-52 for Sunday, July 30 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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July 31 — St. Ignatius of Loyola

Exodus: 32:15-24, 30-34 Psalm 106  Give thanks to the Lord… Matthew 13:31-35 St. Ignatius of Loyola

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August 1 — Ears to hear

Exodus 33:7-11, 34:5-9,28 Psalm 103  The Lord is kind and merciful Matthew 13:36-43 Ears to hear

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August 2 — Orient your daily life to Him

Ex. 34:29-35 Psalm 99 Holy is the Lord our God Matthew 13: 44-46 Orient your daily life to Him

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August 3 — Our lack of faith

Exodus 40:16-21, 34-38 Psalm 84  How lovely is your dwelling place Matthew 13:47-53 Our lack of faith

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August 4 — for Sunday, August 6th Theme: Feast of the Transfiguration

Daniel 7,9-10, 13-14 Psalm 97  The Lord is king, the most high over all the earth 2Peter 1:16-19 Matthew 17:1-9   for Sunday, August 6th Theme: Feast of the Transfiguration

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August 7 — Living faith

Numbers 11:4-15 Psalm 81  Sing with joy to God our help Matthew 14:13-21 Living faith

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August 8 — Feast of St. Dominic

Numbers 12:1-13 Psalm 51  Be merciful O God for we have sinned Matthew 14:22-36 Feast of St. Dominic

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August 9 — Feast of St. Theresa Benedicta

Numbers 13:1-2,25-14:1 26, 29, 34-35 Psalm 106  Remember us, O Lord, as you favor your people Matthew 15:21-28 Feast of St. Theresa Benedicta

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August 10 — Martyrs and faith

2Cor. 9:6-10 Psalm 112  Blessed the man who is gracious and lends John 12:24-26 Martyrs and faith

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August 11 — for Sunday, August 13 the 19th Sunday in Ord.Time

1Kings 19:9, 11-13 Psalm 85  Lord, let us see your kindness Romans 9:1-5   Matthew 14:22-33   for Sunday, August 13 the 19th Sunday in Ord.Time

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August 14 — Feast of Maximilian Kolbe

Deuteronomy 10:12-22  (My experience in Auschwitz) Psalm 147 Praise the Lord, Jerusalem Matthew 17:22-27   See essay on p. 170 Magnificat (faith) Feast of Maximilian Kolbe

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August 15 — Varsity Catholic

Joshua Fons describes his work with Focus among varsity athletes, leading Bible studies and helping students grow in faith.  Varsity Catholic

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August 16 — His Spirit Dwelling in You

At the heart of Christianity is the gift of new life, eternal life. That life comes from the Holy Spirit, the Spirit of Jesus, the only Son of God. His Spirit Dwelling in You

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August 17 — Sons and Daughters of God

To be Christian means to become a son or daughter of God. There is nothing more precious, more powerful, more beautiful. Sons and Daughters of God

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August 18 — Abba! Father!

If the Spirit of Jesus Christ is in you, then God is your Father! That fact changes everything.  Abba! Father!

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August 21 — Feast of St. Pius X

Judges 2:11-19 Psalm 106  Remember us, Lord, as you favor your people Matthew 19:16-22  Feast of St. Pius X

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August 22 — Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary (316)

Judges 6:11-24 Psalm 85  The Lord speaks of peace to his people Matthew 19:23-30 Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary (316)

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August 23 — Who do you choose as leader…?

Judges 9:6-15 Psalm 21  Lord, in your strength the king is glad Matthew 20:1-16   Who do you choose as leader…?

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August 24 — No Double-mindedness

Revelation 21:9-14 Psalm 145  Your friends make known, O Lord, … John 1:45-51 No Double-mindedness

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August 25 — for 21st Sunday in O.T. August 27

Isaiah 22:19-23 Psalm 138  Lord, your love is eternal… Romans 11:33-36 Matthew 16:13-20  Jesus asks each of us this question? for 21st Sunday in O.T. August 27

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August 28 — Feast of St. Augustine

1Thess. 1:1-5, 8-10 Psalm 149 The Lord takes delight in His people Matthew 23:13-22  p. 615-616 Merikakis Feast of St. Augustine

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August 29 — How willing am I to put myself in God’s hands?

Jeremiah 1:17-19 The Passion of John the Baptist Psalm 71  I will sing your salvation Mark 6:17-29 How willing am I to put myself in God’s hands?

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August 30 — Power of the Word

1Thessalonians 2:9-13 Psalm 139  Is the word of God at work in you? Matthew 23:27-32 Power of the Word

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August 31 — The reward for those who obey

1Thessalonians 3:7-13 Psalm 90  Fill is with your love, O Lord, and we will sing for joy Matthew 24: 42-51 The reward for those who obey

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September 1 — for Sunday, September 3: 22nd Sun. in Ord. Time

Jeremiah 20:7-9 Psalm 63 Rom 12:1-2  Mt 16:21-27 (124)  for Sunday, September 3: 22nd Sun. in Ord. Time

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September 4 — Your priorities and God’s

1Thess. 4:13-18..those who have no hope Psalm 96 The Lord comes to judge the earth Luke 4:16-30 Your priorities and God’s

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September 5 — Listen to Him

God the Father has something to tell each and every one of us: listen to Jesus!   Listen to Him

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September 6 — The mercy of God

Col. 1:1-8 Psalm 52  I trust in the mercy of God forever Luke 4:38-44  See p. 86-87 The mercy of God

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September 7 — How is your faith?

Col. 1:9-14 Psalm 98  The Lord has made known his salvation Luke 5:1-11    How is your faith?

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September 8 — Show Forth His Glory

We, the Church, are called to show forth the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ to a world that has fallen from glory.  Show Forth His Glory

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September 11 — Catholic or Protestant?

Scott shares his journey of being challenged to live his faith as a college freshman.  Catholic or Protestant?

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September 12 — The Most Holy Name of Mary

Col. 2:6-15 Psalm 145  The Lord is compassionate toward all his works Luke 6:12-19   See intro p. 156 The Most Holy Name of Mary

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September 13 — The Compassion of Jesus

Colossians 3:1-11 Psalm 145 The Lord is compassionate toward all his works Luke 6:20-26 The Compassion of Jesus

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September 14 — The Exaltation of the Holy Cross

Numbers 21:4-9 Psalm 78  Do not forget the works of the Lord Philippians 2:6-11 John 3:13-17  Announce new series The Exaltation of the Holy Cross

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September 15 — Our Lady of Sorrows; Sun. Sept. 17, 24th Sun. O.T.

See John 19:25-27      Then to Sunday readings Sirach 27:30-28:7 Psalm 103 The Lord is kind and merciful… Romans 14:7-9 Matthew 18:21-35  Are you ready to forgive?   Our Lady of Sorrows; Sun. Sept. 17, 24th Sun. O.T.

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September 18 — Faith and suffering

To understand the purpose of suffering, our faith needs to grow Timothy 2:1-8 Psalm 28 Blessed be the Lord for he has heard my prayer Luke 7:1-10 See Ratzinger p. 269 Sharing in Jesus’ vision Faith and suffering

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September 19 — God can and does bring good out of suffering for those who trust in Him

God’s plan Psalm 145  The Lord is near to all who call upon him Philippians 1:20-24, 27  Matthew 20: 1-16 Yield to God’s way; his priorities God can and does bring good out of suffering for those who trust in Him

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September 20 — Feast of Korean Martyrs

1Tim 3:14-16 Psalm 111  How great are the works of the Lord Luke 7:31-35  All the opposition Jesus met?? Why do we think it should be less for us? Feast of Korean Martyrs

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September 21 — St. Matthew

Eph. 4:1-7,11-13  (not membership in an organization…but a disciple Psalm 19  Their message goes out through the Earth Matthew 9:9-13 St. Matthew

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September 22 — for Sunday Sept. 24, 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Isaiah 55:6-9 Psalm 145  The Lord is near to all who call upon Him  Phil. 1:20-24, 27 Matthew 20:1-16 for Sunday Sept. 24, 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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September 25 — Suffering—why does God allow it?

Suffering and the Body of Christ: Mental, Emotional, Physical: the endurance of the suffering of those you love: Physical suffering; emotional suffering; rejection; betrayal; torture… Ezra 1:1-6 (Offering of self and family Luke 8:16-18 How you hear…           Christ suffered and died for you and me…JPII His suffering and t...

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September 26 — The issue of faith

Ezra 6:7-8, 12, 14-20 Psalm 122 Luke 18:19-21—To hear the word of God and act on it; lack of faith The issue of faith

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September 27 — Repentance and suffering

Ezra 9:5-9  St. Vincent de Paul He scourges and then has mercy—important in the midst of suffering Luke 9:1-6 Faith and trust in God in the midst of difficulties Repentance and suffering

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September 28 — Place of God in your daily life?

Haggai 1:1-8    Psalm 149  Luke 9:7-9 What priority does God and His will have in your daily life? Place of God in your daily life?

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September 29 — for Sunday October 1st 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sunday Oct 1 for Sunday October 1st 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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October 2 — Chosen and Sanctified

St. Paul identifies a fundamental characteristic of a Christian mind: the awareness that we are chosen, beloved and called by God.   Chosen and Sanctified

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October 3 — Your Destiny

Do you understand your destiny in Christ? Your Destiny

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October 4 — Memorial to St. Francis

St. Francis took Jesus at his word.  Memorial to St. Francis

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October 5 — Wholesome Fear

St. Francis, that joyful soul, produced a “wholesome fear” in the hearts of those who heard him preach, even the rich and the powerful.  Wholesome Fear

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October 6 — Mass for Our Lady-7th; 8th 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

See first p. 103 JPII  (Sat. Oct. 7)   Then: Isaiah 5:1-7 Psalm 80  The vineyard of the Lord is the house of Israel Philippians 4:6-9 Matthew 21:33-43 Mass for Our Lady-7th; 8th 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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October 9 — Mercy, mercy

Jonah 1:1-2; 2, 11 Psalm Jonah 2---You will rescue my life from the pit, O Lord Luke 10:25-37  Go and do likewise… Mercy, mercy

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October 10 — Wait upon, rely upon the Lord! Not self

Jonah 3: 1-10 Psalm 130 If you, O Lord, mark iniquities, who can stand? Luke 10:38-42  What is most important in life? Wait upon, rely upon the Lord! Not self

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October 11 — What is most important in life?

Jonah 4 :1-11 Psalm 86  Lord, you are merciful and gracious Luke 11:1-4—Prayer!! What is most important in life?

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October 12 — Ask, Seek, Knock

Malachi 3:13-20 Psalm 1  Blessed are they who hope in the Lord Luke 11:5-13 Ask, Seek, Knock

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October 13 — for Sun. Oct. 15—28th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Is. 25:6-10 Psalm 23  I shall live in the house of the Lord… Philippians 4:12-14, 19-20 Matthew 22:1-14 for Sun. Oct. 15—28th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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October 16 — Are you a son/daughter/disciple?

Romans 1:1-7 Psalm 98  The Lord has made known his salvation Luke 11:29-32 Are you a son/daughter/disciple?

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October 17 — St. Ignatius of Antioch (Letters of)

Romans 1:16-25 Psalm 19  The heavens proclaim the glory of God Luke 11:37-41 Do you live for appearance sake? Commitment? St. Ignatius of Antioch (Letters of)

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October 18 — Feast of St. Luke

2Timothy 4:10-17b Psalm 145  Your friends make known, O Lord… Luke 10:1-9    Feast of St. Luke

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October 19 — Canadian Martyrs

Romans 3:21-30 Psalm 130 Luke 11:47-54 Canadian Martyrs

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October 20 — 29 Sunday in O. T. October 22

Isaiah 45 :1, 4-6 Psalm 96  Give the Lord glory and honor 1Thess. 1:1-5 Matthew 22:15-21 29 Sunday in O. T. October 22

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October 23 — God is faithful

Romans 4:20-25 Responsorial Psalm (Luke 1)  Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel… Luke 12:13-21  God is faithful

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October 24 — Stepping Out

Dr. Horton shares how the Lord healed and equipped him for the work of ministry.  Stepping Out

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October 25 — Signs and Wonders

Dr. Horton begins to pray for healing and conversion for friends and colleagues.  Signs and Wonders

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October 26 — Mission in China

Dr. Horton shares how the Lord opened doors to share the Gospel with colleagues in China.  Mission in China

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October 27 — The Normal Christian Life

Peter reflects on the amazing way in which the Lord shows us through Dr. Horton’s life what’s possible for every disciple who gives God permission.  The Normal Christian Life

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October 30 — The fatherhood of God

Romans 8:12-17 Psalm 68:2-4,6-7, 20-21 Luke 13:10-17  The fatherhood of God

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October 31 — The importance of the seed and the yeast

Romans 8:18-25 Ps. 126  The Lord has done marvels for us Luke 13:18-21  The hiddenness of God’s work    The importance of the seed and the yeast

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November 1 — Feast of All Saints

Rev. 7:2-4, 9-14 Psalm 24  Lord, this is the people that longs to see your face John 3:1-3 Matthew 5:1-12  Beatitudes –read the material you put together Feast of All Saints

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November 2 — Feast of All Souls

Wisdom 3:1-9 Psalm 23  The Lord is my Shepherd Romans 5:5-11 John 6:37-40  to do the will of the one who sent me Feast of All Souls

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November 3 — St. Martin de Porres and 31st Sun. in O.T.(Nov. 5)

Friday:  Martin de Porres (the contrast) Sunday: Malachi 1:14-2;2, 8-10 Ps. 131  In you, Lord, I have found … 1st Thess. 2:7-9, 13 and Matthew 23:1-12 St. Martin de Porres and 31st Sun. in O.T.(Nov. 5)

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November 6 — God first, others second, “me” third

Romans 11: 29-36   Psalm 69  Lord, in your great love, answer me! Luke 14:12-14 reach out the needy--get “me”  into 2nd , 3rd place? P. 88 God first, others second, “me” third

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November 7 — Self-centered

Romans 12:5-16      Psalm 131 In you, O Lord, I have found my peace Luke 14:15-24 (How many times do we excuse ourselves from prayer, others?) Self-centered

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November 8 — Love one another

Romans 13:8-10 Psalm 112  Blessed is the man who is generous… Luke 14:25-33 Love one another

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November 9 — What is the fruit of my life?My family?The church?

Ezekiel 47: 1-2, 8-9, 12 Psalm 46  The waters of the river gladden the city of God 1Cor. 3:9c-11, 16-17    John 2:13-22     What is the fruit of my life?My family?The church?

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November 10 — for Sunday, Nov.12: 32th Sunday in O.T.

Wisdom 6:12-16 Psalm 63  My soul is thirsting… 1Thess.  4:13-18 Matthew 25:1-13  Be watchful, ready, prepared…for the Lord for Sunday, Nov.12: 32th Sunday in O.T.

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November 13 — Feast of St. Frances Cabrini

Wisdom 1:1-7 Psalm 139  Guide me, Lord, along the everlasting way Luke 17:1-6 Feast of St. Frances Cabrini

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November 14 — In the time of their visitation…shine

Wisdom 2:23-3:9 Psalm 34  I will bless the Lord at all times Luke 17:7-10 See Sr. Ruth Burrows p. 185 In the time of their visitation…shine

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November 15 — Shared Pretense

The constant temptation of the human race is to construct a life, a society on our own terms, apart from God.  Shared Pretense

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November 16 — Unfruitful Works of Darkness

St. Paul identifies the core problem that plagues our society today. Unfruitful Works of Darkness

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November 17 — Time of Decision

God’s judgment, his severe mercy, is upon the world.  Time of Decision

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November 20 — The Art of Being, Not Doing

Debbie talks about the cultural pressure to find our value in “doing” and how we can peacefully love out our vocation as women. The Art of Being, Not Doing

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November 21 — Presentation of Mary in the Temple

Maccabees 6:18-31     See also Fr. Sullivan, p. 301, Com. On Mary Psalm 3  The Lord upholds me Luke 19:1-10   Presentation of Mary in the Temple

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November 22 — Am I sold out for God?

Maccabees 7:1, 20-31: to be “sold out” for God Psalm 17  Lord, when your glory appears, my joy will be full Luke 19:11-28  Your life may be like the coin stored in a handkerchief Am I sold out for God?

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November 23 — thank God today(Thanksgving Day)

See opening prayer p. 334  CD for ADVENT Sirach 50:22-24 1Cor. 1:3-9        Luke 17:11-19  Advertise the CD for Advent thank God today(Thanksgving Day)

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November 24 — Feast of Christ the King

Ez. 34:11-12, 15-17   CD for ADVENT Psalm 23 The Lord is my Shepherd 1Corinthians 15:20-26, 28  (Advertise for the 1st Sunday of Advent) Matthew 25:31-46  A Kingdom of Love, of Justice and mercy and peace Feast of Christ the King

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November 27 — God looks at the heart: the motive

Dan. 1:1-6, 8-20Physical and spiritual preparation—for life, Advent Deut. 3  Blessed are you!   CD for Advent Stay awake!  Be ready; Luke 21:1-4  (God looks at the heart) Advent  God looks at the heart: the motive

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November 28 — Do we heed his word?

Daniel 2: 31-45  CD for Advent Dn 3  Responsorial psalm Luke 21: 5-11 God uses these calamities to warn us—do we heed? Do we heed his word?

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November 29 — The time is near at hand

Daniel 5:1-6, 13-14, 161-7, 23-28  CD for Advent Daniel 3 Give glory and praise to HIM Luke 21:12-19  St. Catherine of Siena pp. 409-10 The time is near at hand

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November 30 — Feast of St. Andrew

Romans 10:9-18  (see intro. P. 416-17)  CD for Advent Psalm 19  The judgments of the lord are true…just Matthew 4:18-22  How did God call you?  Learn to listen… Feast of St. Andrew

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December 1 — for Sun. Dec. 3 Theme: First Sunday of Advent

INSERT Program already recorded for December 3 Is. 63:16-17, 19; 64:2-7  (or insert) Psalm 80  Lord, make us turn to you; let us see your face… 1Cor. 1:3-9  Mark 13:33-37 for Sun. Dec. 3 Theme: First Sunday of Advent

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December 4 — Walk in the light

Isaiah 2:1-5  Let us walk in the light of the Lord Psalm 122 Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord Matthew 8:5-11  CD Walk in the light

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December 5 — What God has in store for us!

Isaiah 11:1-10 Psalm 72  Justice shall flourish in his time and fullness of peace… Luke 10:21-24 What God has in store for us!

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December 6 — The food that is life “I am the bread of life”

Isaiah 25:6-10 Psalm 23  The Lord is my Shepherd Matthew 15:29-37 The food that is life “I am the bread of life”

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December 7 — All Judgment Belongs to Jesus

The Catechism of the Catholic Church gives a beautiful description of why Jesus is judge of the living and the dead. All Judgment Belongs to Jesus

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December 8 — The Immaculate Conception

Mary, Our Mother in faith, shares in an entirely unique way in the victory of her Son, Jesus.  The Immaculate Conception

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December 11 — Dissolved with Fire

St. Peter tells us that before the Lord returns all the elements of the cosmos will be destroyed by fire. Dissolved with Fire

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December 12 — Father Forgive Them

God’s judgment comes to us because he wants us to repent, to receive his mercy, to become his children, so that we can live with him forever!   Father Forgive Them

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December 13 — God gives true rest

Isaiah 40:25-31 God often raises up the weak and the lowly…because they do not depend on themselves… Psalm 103  O bless the Lord, my soul    Matthew 11:28-30 God gives true rest

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December 14 — St. John of the Cross (God draws near…)

Isaiah 41: 13-20 Psalm 145  The Lord is gracious and merciful Matt. 11:11-15  John sacrificed all for Jesus…So did John of the Cross  St. John of the Cross (God draws near…)

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December 15 — for December 17: 3rd Sunday of Advent

Is. 61: 1-2, 10-11  Resp. psalm Luke 1  My soul rejoices in my God 1Thess. 5:16-24   John 1:6-8, 19-28 for December 17: 3rd Sunday of Advent

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December 18 — Glad Tidings

Jeremiah 23:5-8 Psalm 72  Justice shall flourish in his time… Matthew 1:18-25 Glad Tidings

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December 19 — God’s promises bearing fruit

Judges 13:2-7, 24-25 Psalm 71  My mouth shall be filled with your praise… Luke 1:5-25 (long Gospel)! God’s promises bearing fruit

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December 20 — Growth in faith

Is. 7:10-14  Explain—I will not ask…) Psalm 24  Let the Lord enter Luke 1:26-38 Growth in faith

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December 21 — We cannot fathom God’s love for us

Song of Songs 2:8-14  or  Zephaniah 3:14-18 (God’s love for his people) Psalm 33 Exalt you just in the Lord; Sing to Him a new song… Luke 1:39-43 We cannot fathom God’s love for us

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December 22 — Immediate preparation for Christmas

Immediate preparation for Christmas

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December 25 — CHRISTMAS DAY

p. 372—The Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ (fr. Roman Martyrology) Is. 9:1-6     Psalm 96  “Today is born…” Titus 2:11-14    &  Luke 2: 1-14   CHRISTMAS DAY

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December 26 — Feast of St. Stephen

Acts 6:8-10, 7:54-59 Psalm 31  Into your Hands , Lord, I commend my spirit Matthew 10:17-22    Feast of St. Stephen

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December 27 — Saint John

1John 1:1-4 Psalm 97  Rejoice in the Lord, you just John 20:1a, 2-8 Saint John

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December 28 — Feast of the Holy Innocents

1John 1:5—2:2 Ps. 124  Our soul has been rescued like a bird from the fowler’s snare Matthew 2:13-18   See also p. 423  Magnificat Feast of the Holy Innocents

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December 29 — for Sunday December 31 Feast of the Holy Family

Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 Ps 128 Blessed are those who fear the Lord… Colossians 3:12-21               Luke 2:22-40 for Sunday December 31 Feast of the Holy Family

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January 1 — Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God

Numbers 6:22-27 Psalm 67  May God bless us in his mercy Gal. 4:4-7 Luke 2:16-21   Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God

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January 2 — What Jesus Sees

Christian faith is “participating in the act by which Jesus sees.”  What does Jesus see? What Jesus Sees

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January 3 — Life Changing Knowledge

Seeing what Jesus sees will produce new life in us, an outlook, a way of life that will produce the peace and joy we all seek. Life Changing Knowledge

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January 4 — St. Elizabeth Seton

1John 3:7-10 Psalm 98  All the ends of the earth have seen… John 1:35-42  (about four in the afternoon…significance… St. Elizabeth Seton

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January 5 — The Epiphany of the Lord

Isaiah 60:1-6 Psalm 72  Lord, every nation on earth will adore you Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6 Matt. 2:1-12 See Merikakis-p. 75 ask ourselves where pride blocks truth The Epiphany of the Lord

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January 8 — The Baptism of the Lord

Is. 42: 1-4, 6-7 Psalm 29  The Lord will bless His people with peace Mark 1:7-11   The Baptism of the Lord

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January 9 — God is faithful!

1Samuel 1:9-20 1Sam. 2  My heart exults in the Lord, my Savior Mark 1:21-28 God is faithful!

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January 10 — I come to do your will

1Samuel 3:1-10, 19-20 Psalm 40  Here I am, Lord. I come to do your will… Mark 1:29-39  Is your purpose in life clear? I come to do your will

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January 11 — God cares for us—care for one another

1Samuel 4:1-11 Psalm 44 Redeem us Lord, because of your mercy Mark 1:40-45    God cares for us—care for one another

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January 12 — for Sunday, January 14

1Sam. 3:3-10, 19 Psalm 40  Here am I, Lord; I come to do your will 1Corinthians 6:13-15, 17-20 John 1:35-42   for Sunday, January 14

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January 15 — New wine in new wine skins

1Samuel 15 : 16-23 Psalm 50 Mark 2:18-22 New wine in new wine skins

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January 16 — Obedience of Samuel

1Samuel 16:1-13 Psalm 89 I have found David, my servant Mark 2:23-28 Obedience of Samuel

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January 17 — Trust in the Lord

1Samuel 17:32-33, 37, 40-51 Psalm 144 Blessed be the Lord, my Rock Mark 3:1-6 Trust in the Lord

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January 18 — The problem of pride

1Samuel 18: 3rd Sunday in 6-9; 19:1-7 Psalm 56 In God I trust, I shall not fear Mark 3:7-12  The power of forgivenenss The problem of pride

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January 19 — 3rd Sunday in O.T.

Jonah 3:1-5, 10 Psalm 25 Teach me your ways, O Lord 1Cor. 7:29-31 Mark 1:14-20  The call of God  see p. 319 Fr. Jacques Philippe 3rd Sunday in O.T.

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January 22 — Obstacles we face

Prayer for legal protection of the unborn 2Sam. 5:1-7, 10; Obstacles we face; Ps 89 My faithfulness and my mercy… Mark 3:22-30  (Check Mary Healy) Obstacles we face

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January 23 — Christ in You!

Pope Benedict XVI exhorts us to enter into our full baptismal dignity, for the objective fact of our becoming a new creation in Jesus, to become a subjective, lived, daily experience in our lives.  Christ in You!

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January 24 — Every Knee Will Bend

God the Father has enthroned his Son Jesus, and he has determined that every knee will bow and every tongue will confess to the glory of God that Jesus Christ is Lord!   Every Knee Will Bend

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January 25 — The Father’s Delight

God the Father delights in his beloved Son, the faithful one, and he longs for the day when all creation will acknowledge the victory of Jesus. The Father’s Delight

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January 26 — God Laughs

Peter reflections on Psalm 2 and its deep relevance for the situation in the world today.  God Laughs

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January 29 — Humility

2Samuel 15:13-14, 30; 16:5-13 Psalm 3: Lord, rise up and save me  Mark 5:1-20  How to deal with accusations; false and true. CD: 40 Day Journey - Encountering the Love of God Humility

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January 30 — Willingness to learn

2Samuel 18:9-10, 14, 24-25, 30-91:1 Psalm 86  Listen Lord, and answer me Mark 5:21-43—grow in faith and discernment Willingness to learn

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January 31 — St. John Bosco

2Samuel 24:2, 9-17 Psalm 32  Lord, forgive the wrong I have done Mark 6:1-6   St. John Bosco

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February 1 — What is the place that the Lord holds in your life?

1Kings 2:1-4, 10-12 Responsorial psalm  1Chron. 29—Lord, you are exalted all Mark 6:7-13 They cast our demons and healed the sick… What is the place that the Lord holds in your life?

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February 2 — for Sunday February 4: 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Job 7:1-4, 6-7  Psalm 147  Praise the Lord, who heals the brokenhearted 1Cor. 9:16-19, 22-23  Mark 1:29-39  (Notice how Jesus moves on…) to meet the needs of others; not ALL for Sunday February 4: 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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February 5 — Trust in the Lord; grow in faith

1Kings 8:1-7, 9-13 Psalm 132 Lord, go up to the place of your rest Mark 6:53-56  for some, a real act of faith to touch just the tassel… Trust in the Lord; grow in faith

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February 6 — Faith life of the Japanese

1Kings 8:22-23, 27-30 Psalm 84  how lovely is your dwelling place, Lord, mighty God! Mark 7:1-13 Faith life of the Japanese

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February 7 — Lord, consecrate us in the truth…

1Kings 10:1-10    Wisdom to see, to understand from God’s perspective Psalm 37 The mouth of the just murmurs wisdom;   Mark 7:14:23 Lord, consecrate us in the truth…

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February 8 — Obedience to God

1Kings 11:4-13 Psalm 106  Remember us, O Lord, as you favor your people Mark 7:24-30   (check Healy, The Gospel of Mark) Obedience to God

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February 9 — for Feb. 11 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Leviticus 13:1-2, 44-46; Ps 32;  1Cor. 10:31-11:1  Mark 1:40-45  Offer free booklet on faith—dial 1-800-282-4789   and renewalministries.net/ffj. (CD 40 Day Journey: Encountering the love of God) for Feb. 11 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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February 12 — Pride and arrogance will not discover truth

James 1:1-11 Psalm 119  Be kind to me, Lord, and I shall live Mark 8:11-13  (seeking to disprove and humiliate for the sake of power) Pride and arrogance will not discover truth

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February 13 — Growing in faith

James 1;12-18  bewilderment is not synonymous w/arrogance/pride Psalm 94  Blessed the man you instruct, O Lord Mark 8:14-21 Growing in faith

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February 14 — Ash Wednesday: Take Up Arms

Lent is a time of spiritual combat, a time to conquer the work of the devil in your life.  Ash Wednesday: Take Up Arms

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February 15 — Transfer of Dominions

Jesus’ victory over Satan in the desert was a foreshadowing of Jesus’ ultimate victory.   Transfer of Dominions

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February 16 — He Cancelled the Bond

St. Paul tells us that Jesus cancelled the bond set against us by nailing to the cross. What does he mean? He Cancelled the Bond

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February 19 — Walking in the Footsteps of Solanus Casey

Billy shares his story of learning to engage in the ministry of Jesus in daily life.  Walking in the Footsteps of Solanus Casey

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February 20 — This is how you are to pray…

Is. 55:10-11 Psalm 34  From all their distress God rescues the just Matthew 6:7-15 This is how you are to pray…

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February 21 — Genuine repentance

Jonah 3:1-10 Psalm 51  A heart, contrite and humbled, O God, you will not spurn Luke 11:29-32  Everyone repent! Genuine repentance

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February 22 — The teaching authority of Christ

Peter 5:1-4 Psalm 23 The Lord is my Shepherd Matthew 16:13-19  Who do you say that I am?? The teaching authority of Christ

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February 23 — for Sun.February 25 Theme:for the 2nd Sunday of Lent

Genesis 22:1-2. 9, 10-13, 15-18 Psalm 116  I will walk before the Lord in the land of the living Romans 8:31b-34 Mark 9:2-10 for Sun.February 25 Theme:for the 2nd Sunday of Lent

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February 26 — Repentance from sin and the compassion of God

Daniel 9:4-10 Psalm 79  Lord, do not deal with us according to our sin Luke 6:36-38 Repentance from sin and the compassion of God

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February 27 — Whoever humbles himself will be exalted

Is. 1:1-10, 16-20 Psalm 50  To the upright I will show the saving power of God Matthew 23:1-12 Whoever humbles himself will be exalted

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February 28 — Motivation

Jeremiah 18:18-20 Psalm 31 Save me O Lord in your kindness Matthew 20:17-28  Contrast of Jesus’ words and the motivation of the mother Motivation

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March 1 — Do I reach out to the needs of others?

Jeremiah 17:5-10 Psalm 1  Blessed are they who hope in the Lord Luke 16:19-31  Meditation on Lazarus and the rich man Do I reach out to the needs of others?

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March 2 — 3rd Sunday of Lent

Exodus 20:1-17  Commandments! Psalm 19  Lord, you have the words of everlasting life 1Corinthians 1:22-25  Don’t judge by your standards but God’s John 2:13-25  What is the basis of our judgments?—Popular opinion or God’s?  What other people say or what Scripture says? 3rd Sunday of Lent

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March 5 — What is faith and forgiveness?

2Kings 5:1-15 Psalms 42-43  Athirst is my soul for the living God; when shall I go &behold… Luke 4:24-30  see page 85 Magnificat What is faith and forgiveness?

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March 6 — The vastness of God’s mercy

Daniel 3:25, 34-43 Psalm 25 Remember your mercies, O Lord Matthew 18:21-35 The vastness of God’s mercy

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March 7 — Our willingness to obey makes the difference

Deuteronomy 4:1, 5-9 Psalm 147 Praise the Lord, Jerusalem Matthew 5:17-19 Our willingness to obey makes the difference

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March 8 — The Battle to Live by Faith

The battle in our time is for fidelity, faithfulness, for a full embrace of the essence of the faith in the face of an intensely secular culture and a weakened Church.  The Battle to Live by Faith

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March 9 — A Fresh Blossoming is Coming

The Church is being pruned so she can blossom again, for the glory of God and for the salvation of souls.  A Fresh Blossoming is Coming

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March 12 — Embracing Lent

Lent is a season of transformation. If we embrace that grace by receiving the Lord’s word into our hearts he will change us.  Embracing Lent

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March 13 — He Called God His Father

The drama of Jesus’ passion begins to build as religious leaders push back against his words and deeds. He Called God His Father

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March 14 — I will never forget you!

Isaiah 49:8-15 Psalm 145  The Lord is gracious and merciful John 5:17-30  Attack and the incredible response… I will never forget you!

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March 15 — You do not want to come to me to have life

Exodus 32:7-14 Psalm 106  Remember us, O Lord, as you favor your people John 5:31-47—Do we have the humility to change our direction? You do not want to come to me to have life

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March 16 — for Sunday March 18—5th Sunday of Lent

Jeremiah 31:31-34 Psalm 51 Create a clean heart in me, O God Hebrews 5:7-9 John 12:20-33 for Sunday March 18—5th Sunday of Lent

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March 19 — Feast of St. Joseph

2Samuel 7:4-5, 12-14. 16  (Speak here of Conscience/sin) Psalm 89  The Son of David will live forever Romans 4:13, 16-18, 22  Gospel: Mt. 1:16, 18-21, 24 Feast of St. Joseph

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March 20 — How obedient am I to God’s word?

Numbers 21:4-9 Psalm 102  O Lord hear my prayer and let my cry come to you John 8:21-30 How obedient am I to God’s word?

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March 21 — Do I abide in His word? Am I obedient?

Daniel 3:14-20 DN 3  Responsorial psalm John 8:31-42 Do I abide in His word? Am I obedient?

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March 22 — Am I obedient? Do I keep God’s word?

Genesis 17:3-9 Psalm 105  The Lord remembers His covenant forever John 8:51-59 Am I obedient? Do I keep God’s word?

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March 23 — for Sunday March 25 Palm Sunday

See page 359  Magnificat Commentary by Fr. Richard Veras, p. 359 Is. 50:4-7  Ps. 22: Phil 2:6-11, Mark 14: 1-15,47--what would I have done…? Read Gospel aloud (encourage people to do so) for Sunday March 25 Palm Sunday

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March 26 — Pride/ self righteousness: How do you handle it?

Is. 42:1-7   Week set apart for God=Holy Psalm 27  The Lord is my light and my salvation John 12:1-11  Anger, jealousy, arrogance=pride Pride/ self righteousness: How do you handle it?

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March 27 — The human condition

Isaiah 49:1-6 Psalm 71  I will sing of your salvation  John 13;21-33, 36-38  (Need for the Holy Spirit to strengthen…) The human condition

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March 28 — How easily sin can blind us

Is. 50:4-9  ( See intro by Pope Benedict—see p. 73) Psalm 69  Lord, in your great love, answer me Matthew 26:14-25  See St. Ambrose  p. 77 How easily sin can blind us

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March 29 — Holy Thursday

Opening prayer: Power of the Eucharist—heals, restores, makes well… Exodus 12:1-8, 11-14  Psalm 116  Our blessing cup is a communion with the blood of Christ 1Cor. 11:23-26  and John 13:1-15  Watch and wait with Him Holy Thursday

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March 30 — Good Friday

What happened on the Cross of Calvary? What difference does it make in my life today?  Good Friday

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April 2 — The Mystery of Our Religion

Jesus Christ is Risen!  The Mystery of Our Religion

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April 3 — Christ in You!

St. Paul tells us that the glory of the mystery of the gospel is “Christ in you, the hope of glory!” Christ in You!

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April 4 — Obedience is Life!

Jesus shows us on the cross what love looks like. The Father vindicates all that Jesus said and did by raising him from the dead. Obedience is Life!

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April 5 — Transformation of Peter

Acts 3:11-26 Psalm 8 O Lord our God, how wonderful your name Luke 24:35-48    If time, see Fr. Jacques Philippe—Be at peace! Transformation of Peter

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April 6 — for Sunday, April 8 2nd Sunday of Easter—Divine Mercy

Acts 4:32-35   St. Faustina  p. 125 Psalm 118  Give thanks to the Lord…  1John 5:1-6 John 20:19-31    for Sunday, April 8 2nd Sunday of Easter—Divine Mercy

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April 9 — Feast of the Annunciation

Opening prayer p. 133 Isaiah 7:10-14, 8:10 Psalm 40 Here I am Lord, I come to do your will  Hebrews 10:4-10 Luke 1:26-38 Feast of the Annunciation

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April 10 — Eternal life!

Acts 4:32-37 Psalm 93  The Lord is king; he is robed in majesty John 3:7-15 Eternal life!

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April 11 — that the world might be saved

Acts 5:17-26 Psalm 34  The Lord hears the cry of the poor John 3:16-21  Ann Voskamp  p. 159  Magnificat that the world might be saved

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April 12 — We must obey God rather than men

Acts 5:27-33 Psalm 34  The Lord hears the cry of the poor John 3:31-36 We must obey God rather than men

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April 13 — For Sunday, April 15 3rd Sunday of Easter

Acts 3:13-15, 17-19 Psalm 4  Lord, let the light of your face shine on us 1John 2:1-5  Open their minds to understand the Scriptures Luke 24:35-48 For Sunday, April 15 3rd Sunday of Easter

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April 16 — Why do you seek God?

Acts 6:8-15 Psalm 119  Blessed are they who follow the law of the Lord John 6:22-29  Seek God for the right reasons Why do you seek God?

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April 17 — Power of the Eucharist

Acts 7:51-8:1 Psalm 31  Into your hands, Lord, I commend my spirit John 6:30-35 Power of the Eucharist

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April 18 — Eucharist

Acts 8:1-8 Psalm 66 Let all the earth cry out to God with joy! John 6:35-40  See Father Bede’s commentary p. 281 Eucharist

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April 19 — Living Bread

Acts 8:26-40  Evangelism Psalm 66  Let all the earth cry out to God with joy! John 6:44-51 Living Bread

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April 20 — for Sunday April 22 4th Sunday of Easter

Acts 4:8-12 Psalm 118 The stone rejected by the builders has become the cornerstone 1John 3:1-2 John 10:11-18---Pope John Paul on the Good Shepherd, p. 333 for Sunday April 22 4th Sunday of Easter

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April 23 — Following Jesus

Acts 11:1-18 Psalm 42-43 Athirst is my soul for the living God John 10:1-10 Following Jesus

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April 24 — Am I part of the sheepfold?

Acts 11:19-26 Psalm 87  All you nations, praise the Lord John 10:22-30 Am I part of the sheepfold?

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April 25 — Need to Know Him

Christianity is a revelation of God’s story. Dr. Wood provides an inspiring snapshot of central themes and characters in that story. Need to Know Him

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April 26 — Theology of the Body

The timely, prophetic teaching of St. John Paul II equips the Church with the antidote we need to face the devils attack on the family. Theology of the Body

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April 27 — for April 29 Fifth Sunday of Easter

Acts 9:26-31 Psalm 22  I will praise you Lord… 1John 3:18-24 John 15:1-8 Am I bearing fruit? for April 29 Fifth Sunday of Easter

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April 30 — Become a true disciple

Acts 14:5-18 Psalm 115  Not to us, O Lord, but to your name… John 14:21-26 Become a true disciple

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May 1 — St. Joseph the Worker

Acts 14:19-28 Psalm 145—Your friends make known, O Lord, the glory… John 14:27-31 St. Joseph the Worker

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May 2 — St. Anthanasius

Acts 15:1-6 Psalm 122 Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord John 15:1-8 St. Anthanasius

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May 3 — Feast of Sts. Philip and James

1Corinthians 15:1-8 Psalm 19 Their message goes out to all the earth John 14:6-14 Feast of Sts. Philip and James

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May 4 — for Sunday May 6, Sixth Sunday of Easter

Intro: see Leviticus 26:3-5 Acts 10:25-26 34-35, 44-48 Psalm 98  The Lord has revealed to the nations His saving power John 15:9-17 for Sunday May 6, Sixth Sunday of Easter

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May 7 — Preparation for Ascension and Pentecost

Acts 16:11-15 Psalm 149  The Lord takes delight in His people John 15:26-16:4 Preparation for Ascension and Pentecost

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May 8 — Sin and righteousness

Acts 16:22-34  grace and conversion Psalm 138  Your right hand saves me O Lord John 16:5-11  See commentary sheet Sin and righteousness

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May 9 — Willingness to follow the path God marks out for us

Acts 17:15, 22-18:1 Psalm 148  Heaven and earth are full of your glory John 16:12-15  See. Fr. Bede Jarrett  p. 122 Magnificat The Spirit of Truth Willingness to follow the path God marks out for us

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May 10 — The Feast of the Ascension (Feast transferred to Sun.)

Acts 18:1-8  pp. 140-141 Psalm 98 The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power… John 16:16-20  The Feast of the Ascension (Feast transferred to Sun.)

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May 11 — for Sun. May 13 Feast of the Ascension

Acts 1:1-11 Psalm 47 God mounts his throne to shouts of joy Ephesians 1:17-23 Mark 16:15-20    Sr. Ruth? Burrows P. 144, Magnificat for Sun. May 13 Feast of the Ascension

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May 14 — St. Matthias

Acts 1:15-17, 20-26 Psalm 113  The Lord will give him a seat with the leaders… John 15:9-17 St. Matthias

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May 15 — St. Isidore

Acts 20:17-27 Psalm 68  Sing to God, O kingdoms of the earth John 17:1-11 St. Isidore

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May 16 — The priorities of the two farewell addresses

Acts 20:28-38  (Paul) Psalm 68  Sing to God O kingdoms of the earth John 17:11-19 (Christ) The priorities of the two farewell addresses

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May 17 — The Last Days

Pentecost is the beginning of the “last days”, the final chapter of human history, the time of the “Spirit and witness”.   The Last Days

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May 18 — Receive the Gift of the Holy Spirit

Pentecost isn’t simply a past event, it is a present reality. The Church lives by her “perennial Pentecost.”  Receive the Gift of the Holy Spirit

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May 21 — Conversion

With honesty and deep insight into the human heart, Sr. Miriam shares the compelling story of her conversion.  Conversion

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May 22 — Go Big or Go Home!

Sr. Miriam shares what God can do with a broken life if we let him.  Go Big or Go Home!

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May 23 — By their fruits

(See 1John 4:10-11) James 4:13-17  Psalm 49  Blessed are the poor in spirit… Mark 9:38-40 (By their fruits…) By their fruits

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May 24 — What is truly important?

James 5:1-6 Psalm 49  Blessed are the poor in Spirit; the kingdom of God is theirs Mark 9:41-50  Receive the word of God, not as the word of men, but as it truly is the word of God What is truly important?

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May 25 — for Sunday May 27 Feast of the Most Holy Trinity

Deut. 4:32-34, 39-40 Psalm 33 Blessed the people the Lord has chosen to be His own! Romans 8:14-17  God is your Father Matthew 28: 16-20 for Sunday May 27 Feast of the Most Holy Trinity

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May 28 — Do I want Gods will?

1Peter 1:3-9 Psalm 111 The Lord will remember his covenant forever Mark 10:17-27—Ready for God’s will?  To embrace it? Do I want Gods will?

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May 29 — Sell all

1Peter 1:10-16 Psalm 98  The Lord has made known his salvation Mark 10:28-31(give, live all for His glory—not your own…) Sell all

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May 30 — Selfish - surrendered

1 Peter 1:18-25 Psalm 147  Praise the Lord, Jerusalem Mark 10:32-45 Selfish - surrendered

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May 31 — Feast of the Visitation

Zephaniah 3:14-18  Romans 12:9-16 Respon. Psalm  Among you is the great and holy one of Israel Luke 1:39-56 and   reflection p. 452  Magnificat Feast of the Visitation

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June 1 — for Sunday June 3, 2018

for Sunday June 3, 2018

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June 4 — Live in this world in light of eternity

2Peter 1:2-7 Psalm 91:1-2, 14-15, 15c-16 Mark 12:1-12 Live in this world in light of eternity

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June 5 — Look at Jesus!

Jesus prayed for you and me from the cross: “Father, forgive them, they know not what they do.” Look at Jesus!

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June 6 — Beloved, We Are Gods Children Now

The Holy Spirit wants to lead us to live in the freedom of the sons and daughters of God. Beloved, We Are Gods Children Now

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June 7 — The Power of Christian Hope

The one who hopes lives differently. The Power of Christian Hope

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June 8 — for Sunday, June 10: 10th Sun. in Ord.Time and preceding

Gen. 3:9-15   Psalm 130: 1-8 2Cor. 4:13-5:1 Mark 3:20-35 for Sunday, June 10: 10th Sun. in Ord.Time and preceding

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June 11 — God’s saving power - do you experience it?

Acts 11:21-26, 13:1-3 Psalm 98  The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power Matthew 10:7-13  Matthew 5:1-12  God’s saving power - do you experience it?

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June 12 — Give, share what you have

1Kings 17:7-16 Psalm 4  Lord, let your face shine on us Matthew 5:13-16 Give, share what you have

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June 13 — Earthen Vessels

St. Paul tells us we bear this great treasure in frail, corruptible bodies. What treasure is he speaking of? Earthen Vessels

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June 14 — The Weight of Glory

St. Paul contrasts the trials of this world with the eternal weight of Glory that awaits all those who live and die in Christ Jesus. The Weight of Glory

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June 15 — Seeing the Unseen

Are you living with an eternal perspective? Is the unseen world more real to you than what you see? Seeing the Unseen

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June 18 — In Him Was Life

Christianity is not a moral system or philosophy. Christianity is new life, the life of the risen Christ given to all those who believe in him and are baptized into him. In Him Was Life

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June 19 — This Saying is Sure

St. Paul, in his letter to Titus, underlines the essence of what Christ has done for us. He is certain that for all who die in Christ to become “heirs in hope of eternal life.” This Saying is Sure

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June 20 — Bios and Zoe

C.S. Lewis provides an important distinction in trying to understand what it means that we receive new life, the Christlife, when we are baptized. Bios and Zoe

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June 21 — Jesus is Above All Dominion, Power and Authority

St. Paul prays to God the Father that the community in Ephesus, and each one of us, will receive the help we need from God to see Jesus in His glory. Jesus is Above All Dominion, Power and Authority

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June 22 — Alpha and Omega

Jesus identifies himself as the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end of all things. And as he told John, he tells us: Fear not! Alpha and Omega

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June 25 — Team Burak

Pete shares some of practical wisdom from growing up   Team Burak

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June 26 — Father and Son

Pete talks about his relationship with his father Chris and how it impacted his life. Father and Son

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June 27 — Chris’ Death

Pete shares inspiring and heart wrenching details about the death of his father Chris. Chris’ Death

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June 28 — Hope for Millennials

Pete shares characteristics of the millennial generation and ideas on how to reach them with the faith. Hope for Millennials

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June 29 — i.d.9:16

Pete shares a two more tips on how to reach millennials and he concludes with some important information about ID916, the Renewal Ministries outreach to men and women in their 20’s and 30’s. i.d.9:16

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July 2 — Where does God fit in your priorities?

Amos 2:6-10, 13-16 Psalm 50  Remember this, you who never think of God Matthew 8:18-22 Where does God fit in your priorities?

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July 3 — Feast of St. Thomas

Ephesians 2:19-22 Psalm 117  Go out to all the world John 20:24-29 Feast of St. Thomas

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July 4 — Independence

Amos 5:14-15, 21-24 Psalm 50  To the upright I will show the saving power of God Matthew 8:28-34  Preface for July 4 an  Bishop John Carroll p. 65 reading Independence

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July 5 — A Radical Change of Life

What does it mean to be converted, to become a disciple of Jesus? A Radical Change of Life

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July 6 — All In

The Church will flourish in our time if the baptized become disciples. All In

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July 9 — Ireland’s Apostasy

St. John Paul II speaks to Ireland about her moment of decision on a visit in 1979. Ireland’s Apostasy

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July 10 — The Temptation to Suppress the Truth

The spiritual battle the underlies the vote in Ireland is a battle we are all engaged in. The Temptation to Suppress the Truth

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July 11 — The Battle for the Family

The devil’s ultimate aim in the current battle is to deconstruct and to ultimately destroy marriage and the family.   The Battle for the Family

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July 12 — Engaging the Battle

St. John Paul II makes it clear that everyone, all the baptized are called to take up their place in this epic battle. Engaging the Battle

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July 13 — Pray, Pray, Pray

How do we fight evil?  Pray, Pray, Pray

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July 16 — Jesus’ Prayer

Ralph shares insights into the prayer of Jesus, that each one of us can share in the love between the Father and the Son. Jesus’ Prayer

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July 17 — Seek First the Kingdom of God

How can we cooperate with Jesus’ High Priestly prayer? Seek First the Kingdom of God

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July 18 — Prayer, Union with Jesus

Ralph and Peter discuss the central place prayer plays in the life of a disciple.  Prayer, Union with Jesus

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July 19 — To Live in the Holy Spirit

Ralph and Peter share insight into what it means to walk by the Spirit. To Live in the Holy Spirit

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July 20 — Overcoming Sin

Ralph and Peter discuss the Devils strategy to torpedo Jesus’ purpose through our lives through sin.   Overcoming Sin

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July 23 — The Eucharist

Peter reminds us of the beautiful, life-changing gift we are given in the Eucharist. The Eucharist

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July 24 — Do I seek to do the will of God in my daily life?

Micah 7:14-15, 18-20 Psalm 85  Lord show us your mercy and love Matthew 12:46-50 Do I seek to do the will of God in my daily life?

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July 25 — Feast of St. James

2Cor. 4:7-15 Psalm 126  Those who sow in tears shall reap rejoicing (repentance) Matthew 20:20-28 Feast of St. James

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July 26 — Sts. Joachim and Anne

Jeremiah 2: 1-3, 7-8, 12-13 Psalm 36 with you is the fountain of life, O Lord Matthew 13:10-17 Sts. Joachim and Anne

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July 27 — The Face of Christ

The gospel is the instrument through which the light of revelation is shed into the human heart. The Face of Christ

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July 30 — We Cry Abba

Fr. Ed and Peter discuss the meaning of becoming adopted sons and daughters of God. We Cry Abba

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July 31 — The Power of Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit brings power to live differently. What does that look like?   The Power of Holy Spirit

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August 1 — Who is the Holy Spirit?

Fr. Ed explains the meaning of key Biblical terms used to describe the Holy Spirit. Who is the Holy Spirit?

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August 2 — Sober Intoxication

What does it mean to be intoxicated by the Holy Spirit?  Sober Intoxication

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August 3 — Manifestation of the Spirit

Fr. Ed describes the various ways in which the Holy Spirit equips us for mission.  Manifestation of the Spirit

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August 6 — Baptist becomes Catholic

Dr. Anderberg shares his experience of becoming a Catholic. Baptist becomes Catholic

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August 7 — Praying Together as a Couple

Dr. Anderberg describes how prayer became the foundation of his marriage and work. Praying Together as a Couple

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August 8 — Signs and Wonders

Dr. Anderberg shares how he experienced the Lord working through his medical practice.  Signs and Wonders

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August 9 — The Death of His Sons

Dr. Anderberg shares the heartbreaking experience of the death of his two sons.  The Death of His Sons

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August 10 — An Eternal Weight of Glory

Dr. Anderberg shares insight into the power of living with an eternal perspective.  An Eternal Weight of Glory

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August 13 — Katelyn’s Story

Katelyn Miller shares her story of conversion and mission. Katelyn’s Story

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August 14 — Katie’s Story

Katie Perrotta shares her story of conversion and mission.  Katie’s Story

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August 15 — id916

Katelyn and Katie describe the inspiring work they are doing through the young adult ministry id916 . id916

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August 16 — Fr. Jim Rolph’s Story

Fr. Jim Rolph shares his story of conversion and discernment process he went through in becoming a priest.  Fr. Jim Rolph’s Story

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August 17 — for Sun. August 19, the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time

See opening prayer and Proverbs 9:1-6 Psalm 34 Taste and see the goodness of the Lord Ephesians 5:15-20 John 6:51-58 for Sun. August 19, the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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August 20 — Mary, God’s Choice

God’s ways are not our ways. The choice of Mary, Our Lady, is a dramatic example of just how different God’s ways are.  Mary, God’s Choice

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August 21 — The Wisdom of God

What is the wisdom of God? How does one find it?  The Wisdom of God

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August 22 — The Foolishness of the Cross

Why is the cross considered foolishness to the world? The Foolishness of the Cross

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August 23 — The Way of Wisdom

Jesus is the way, the way of the Father’s wisdom for each and every human being.   The Way of Wisdom

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August 24 — Be A Saint!

Who are the wisest people on earth? The saints.  Be A Saint!

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August 27 — The Eucharist: Our Hope

The Eucharist is the great “sign of the times” because it is the sign that eternity has entered time. The Eucharist: Our Hope

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August 28 — Understanding Our Times

We are living through a change of the ages. What is it all about? Understanding Our Times

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August 29 — The Collapse of Christendom

The Christian moral and spiritual vision that has informed our Western Civilization for 1500 years or more is being overthrown. The Collapse of Christendom

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August 30 — Christian Identity

Where does identity really come from?  Christian Identity

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August 31 — The Slavery of Untruth

Where does the post-Christian utopian vision of reality lead? The Slavery of Untruth

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September 3 — Facing Addiction

Cynthia tells her story of battling alcohol and drug addiction. Hope and truth begin to break into her life through the witness a young Catholic man she met at work. Facing Addiction

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September 4 — Covenant Love

Cynthia shares her story of encountering the Lord’s covenant love. Covenant Love

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September 5 — Rescued

Cynthia shares an amazing story of the Lord hearing her prayer for help at a moment when she was about to give in to temptation to walk away from her sobriety. Rescued

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September 6 — Coming Home

Cynthia shares her story of attending her first Catholic Mass and consequent decision to enter RCIA. Coming Home

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September 7 — Walking in Him

Cynthia talks about becoming a Catholic, being profoundly inspired by the “theology of the body.” Walking in Him

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September 10 — What guides your life?

1Corinthians 5:1-8 Psalm 5  Lead me in your justice, Lord Luke 6:6-11  What pride can do! What guides your life?

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September 11 — Depth of relationship in Christ?

1Cor. 6:1-11How do you handle difficult situations? Ones which challenge you Psalm 149 The Lord takes delight in His people Luke 6:12-19  (to be WITH him…) Depth of relationship in Christ?

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September 12 — The most holy name of MARY

1Corinthians 7:25-31 Psalm 45  Listen to me daughter and bend your ear Luke 6:20-26 The most holy name of MARY

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September 13 — Vision of Hell

Mary reveals to the children the stark reality of Hell and the need to make reparation for the sins of the world. Vision of Hell

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September 14 — Reflections on St. Jacinta and St. Francesco

Ralph Martin highlights the unique response each of the visionaries made to Mary’s appearing.  Reflections on St. Jacinta and St. Francesco

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September 17 — The Gift of the Holy Spirit

The most precious gift any human being could ever receive in this world is the gift of the Holy Spirit. The Gift of the Holy Spirit

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September 18 — Beloved Children of God

The Holy Spirit gives us the power to understand and live as children of God. Beloved Children of God

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September 19 — The Folly of the Cross?

The cross of Jesus looks to the world like folly: a failed messiah, cursed. But the cross is just the opposite, it reveals and is, the wisdom and power of God! The Folly of the Cross?

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September 20 — What No Eye Has Seen

The Holy Spirit has come to give us a new heart, to give power to become children of God, to impart to us a deep, life-changing affection for God. What No Eye Has Seen

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September 21 — Bring Down Strongholds

To enter into the freedom of the Holy Spirit we must do battle against Satan and his demons who try to erect strongholds in our minds that prevent us from living in the truth. Bring Down Strongholds

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September 24 — Silence

If we find a place of silence within, and listen, we will hear the voice of our Father. Silence

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September 25 — He Disciplines Those Whom He Loves

The Church today is experiencing the discipline of our loving Father.  He Disciplines Those Whom He Loves

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September 26 — To Share His Holiness

Why does God our Father discipline us: so we can share His holiness.  To Share His Holiness

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September 27 — They Know God’s Decree

God our Father wants to bring us into the freedom of Jesus, His beloved Son.  They Know God’s Decree

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September 28 — The Lord is My Helper!

It’s of the utmost importance for us to hear, to listen, to the one who is speaking to us through this time of discipline and purification. The Lord is My Helper!

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October 1 — Steve’s Conversion

Steve shares the steps that led to his conversion. Steve’s Conversion

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October 2 — Feast of the Guardian Angels

Exodus 23:20-23 Psalm 91  The Lord has put his angels… Matthew 18: 1-5, 10 Feast of the Guardian Angels

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October 3 — Offering one’s life totally

Job 9:1-12, 14-16 Psalm 88 Let my prayer come before you, O Lord Luke 9:57-62   Quote pope emeritus p. 59 Offering one’s life totally

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October 4 — St. Francis of Assisi

Job 19:21-27 Psalm 27  I believe that I shall see the Lord in the land of the living Luke 10:1-12  Depend on ME! St. Francis of Assisi

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October 5 — The Kerygma

Steve describes the importance of discovering the Kerygma, the core message of the gospel, the central message of the New Evangelization. The Kerygma

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October 8 — Christ Dwells in His Church

To understand the times we’re living in we first need to understand that Jesus is Lord of all. As the catechism says, “Christ is Lord of the cosmos and history.”  Christ Dwells in His Church

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October 9 — A Time of Distress

The catechism tells us this is a time “marked by ‘distress’ and the trial of evil which does not spare the Church.” A Time of Distress

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October 10 — The Trial of Evil

The catechism tells us that the unavoidable trial of evil that the Church must endure, “ushers in the struggles of the last days.” The Trial of Evil

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October 11 — Exposing the Strongholds

The Lord is disciplining his Church, in part, to break spiritual strongholds that are crippling the Church and her mission. Exposing the Strongholds

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October 12 — Engaging the Battle

The Church is being purified so she can be renewed. The purification is at its core a spiritual battle, one that we all must take up.   Engaging the Battle

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October 15 — Getting Free from Strongholds

The Lord has given us weapons to use in this time of spiritual combat.   Getting Free from Strongholds

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October 16 — The Two Ways

The Psalmist reminds us, there are only two ways: the way of the blessed or the way of the wicked. The Two Ways

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October 17 — The Kings of the Earth

The Kings and rulers of the earth set themselves against the Lord. The Kings of the Earth

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October 18 — God Laughs

How does God respond to the vain thing the Kings of the earth have done?  God Laughs

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October 19 — Be Warned O Kings!

The Lord warns the Kings who oppose him to be wise, to fear him, so they can find life. Be Warned O Kings!

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October 22 — The Biblical Worldview

St. Paul provides a powerful summary of the fundamental realities of the biblical worldview. The Biblical Worldview

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October 23 — Access in One Spirit

St. Paul gives us a beautiful picture of the effects of Jesus’ passion, death and resurrection: he brings us peace with God and peace between Jew and Gentile. Once enemies now one in the Holy Spirit.   Access in One Spirit

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October 24 — Be prepared

Ephesians 3:2-12 Psalm  (Is. 12)  You will draw water joyfully… Luke 12:39-48 Be prepared

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October 25 — Division between followers of Jesus and those who don’t

Eph. 3:14-21 Psalm 33 The earth is full of the goodness of the Lord Luke 12:49-53 Division between followers of Jesus and those who don’t

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October 26 — for Sunday, October 28—30th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Jeremiah 31: 7-9 Psalm 126  The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy! Hebrews 5:1-6 Mark 10:46-52 Humility and courage to cry out for help!! 4:32-5:8 Psalm 1 Behave like God as His very dear Children Luke 13: 10-17 for Sunday, October 28—30th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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October 29 — Put Off the Old Man

St. Paul reminds us that to become a saint means putting off our former way of living and to put on the new man that is Christ Jesus.  Put Off the Old Man

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October 30 — A Renewed Mind

The battlefield is in the mind. To put on the new man means first to acquire a fresh new spiritual way of thinking, that is, the mind of Christ. A Renewed Mind

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October 31 — Be Angry but Do Not Sin

St. Paul provides practical teaching on what “putting on the new man” looks like. Be Angry but Do Not Sin

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November 1 — How to Become a Saint #1

Fr. Thomas Dubay identifies common characteristics found in the lives of the saints. How to Become a Saint #1

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November 2 — What Do You Want?

What is the biggest obstacle to our becoming saints?  What Do You Want?

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November 5 — To Live is Christ

St. Paul has found the meaning of life, not just for him, but for the whole world!  To Live is Christ

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November 6 — He Emptied Himself

What does it mean to be like Jesus?  He Emptied Himself

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November 7 — Highly Exalted

God the Father has determined that his beloved Son will be exalted above all others, forever. Every knee will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord! Highly Exalted

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November 8 — Its All Dung!

St. Paul describes how he evaluates what really matters in life. Its All Dung!

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November 9 — Content in All Circumstances

Is it possible to live with peace and contentment in this world? Content in All Circumstances

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November 12 — Test Your Faith!

St. Paul asks us a crucial question: Do you know that Christ dwells in you? Test Your Faith!

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November 13 — Power to Live in Love

To know that Christ dwells in us is to experience the love of God the Father, a love that heals us and gives us a new capacity and power to live like Jesus.  Power to Live in Love

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November 14 — Pleasures Forever More

King David tells us that true pleasure, everlasting pleasure are in the right hand of the Lord.   Pleasures Forever More