Friday within the Octave of Easter (B - White) ANTIPHON (cf. Psalm 78 (77):53) The Lord led his people in hope, while the sea engulfed their foes, alleluia. INTRODUCTION: Today’s Gospel presents the appearance of the risen Christ to the disciples at the Sea of Tiberias. The disciples worked all night to catch fish but … Continue reading “COME, HAVE BREAKFAST” (April 6th, 2018)
Tag: First Friday Mass
“WHEN LIFE BEGINS” (March 2nd, 2018)
Friday of the First Week of Lent (B - Violet) ANTIPHON (cf. Psalm 31 (30):2, 5) In you, O Lord, I put my trust, let me never be put to shame; release me from the snare they have hidden for me, for you indeed are my refuge. INTRODUCTION: The Parable of the Tenants is a … Continue reading “WHEN LIFE BEGINS” (March 2nd, 2018)
“WE HAVE FOUND THE ONE” (January 5, 2018)
Friday of the Weekday of Christmas Season (B - White) ANTIPHON (Psalm 112 (111):4) A light has risen in the darkness for the upright of heart; the Lord is generous, merciful and just. INTRODUCTION: The calling of Nathanael reminds us that Jesus is the one who sees us rather than we who see him. It … Continue reading “WE HAVE FOUND THE ONE” (January 5, 2018)
“PREPARING FOR THE END TIMES” (December 1, 2017)
Votive Mass of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (A - White) ANTIPHON (Psalm 33(32):11, 19): The designs of his Heart are from age to age, to rescue their souls from death and to keep them alive in famine. INTRODUCTION: The readings for today lead us to reflect about the end times. As Christians, we deeply … Continue reading “PREPARING FOR THE END TIMES” (December 1, 2017)
“RESPONDING WITH COMPASSION” (November 3, 2017)
Votive Mass of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (A - White) FIRST READING (Romans 9:1-5) The Apostle Paul shows his grief and frustration because of the unbelief of his own community. But he is willing to accurse himself so that they might come to believe in Christ Jesus. BROTHERS AND SISTERS: I speak the truth … Continue reading “RESPONDING WITH COMPASSION” (November 3, 2017)
“To Live Each Day As If It’s Your Last” (September 1, 2017)
Votive Mass of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (Cycle A) GOSPEL READING (Matthew 25:1-13) JESUS told his disciples this parable: "The Kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Five of them were foolish and five were wise. The foolish ones, when taking their … Continue reading “To Live Each Day As If It’s Your Last” (September 1, 2017)
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