Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 2 July 2017 “Anyone who loses his life for my sake will find it.” Introduction We gather for our Sunday Eucharist, as Catholics have done throughout the ages, rejoicing that the Lord will speak to us, will offer himself in Holy Communion. Today’s Readings First Reading: 2 Kings 4:8-11, 14-16 […]

Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time 25 June 2017 “Do not be afraid.” Introduction “Do not be afraid,” says Jesus. The Eucharist is our assurance that, since God has given us everything, there is nothing we need fear. Today’s Readings First Reading: Jeremiah 20:10-13 Surrounded by malice and threat, Jeremiah still retains confidence in God’s promise. […]

The Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ 18 June 2017 “Whoever eats me will draw life from me.” Introduction “I am the living bread,” says the Lord. We gather round the table of the altar to be nourished in word and sacrament, and to share this blessing with the world. Today’s Readings First Reading: […]

The Most Holy Trinity 11 June 2017 “God…gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not be lost, but may have eternal life.” Introduction God has revealed himself to us as Father, Son and Holy Spirit, three persons in one God. We praise him and give thanks for his loving presence […]