When Jesus ascended in to heaven, He gave the Apostles a job. This is sometimes referred to as the “Great Commission”, where Jesus commissions us to spread His Word. But He also refers to the coming of the Holy Spirit, to give them and us the power to do this work. He continues to strengthen us with the Sacraments. Let’s hear how this all fits together in today’s readings. Note that Scripture readings are from the Lectionary for Mass for Use in the Dioceses of the United States of America, second typical edition, Copyright Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., used with permission. Commentary copyright Peter Kreeft, published by Word on Fire, used with permission.
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The 6th Sunday of Easter -- May 25, 2025
Throughout salvation history, God has been revealing Himself to us. First God the Father in the Old Testament, then Jesus Christ, God the Son, in the New Testament, then the Holy Spirit in the Church itself. How is that manifest? Where do we see or hear the Holy Spirit these days? And how will it be in heaven? Note that Scripture readings are from the Lectionary for Mass for Use in the Dioceses of the United States of America, second typical edition, Copyright Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., used with permission. Commentary copyright Peter Kreeft, published by Word on Fire, used with permission.
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The 5th Sunday of Easter -- May 18, 2025
Jesus gave us everything on the Cross. He loved us that much. Do we love Him that much? If we give Him everything, what do we get in return? In the readings today, we hear about the New Jerusalem. What exactly is that, where does it come from, and what does that mean for us? Listen now to the readings and commentary for the answers to these and other questions! Note that Scripture readings are from the Lectionary for Mass for Use in the Dioceses of the United States of America, second typical edition, Copyright Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., used with permission. Commentary copyright Peter Kreeft, published by Word on Fire, used with permission.
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The 4th Sunday of Easter -- May 11, 2025
How do love and suffering connect? Do we have to suffer if we love? How do we reconcile Jesus’ love and His suffering? In today’s Scriptures, we hear how the Apostle Paul and his companions suffered, and how they were then filled with joy as a result. How does that happen? We know Jesus suffered and loved, and so then the Apostles did as well. What does that mean for us? Note that Scripture readings are from the Lectionary for Mass for Use in the Dioceses of the United States of America, second typical edition, Copyright Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., used with permission. Commentary copyright Peter Kreeft, published by Word on Fire, used with permission.
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The 3rd Sunday of Easter -- May 4 2025
Today’s readings continue the post-Resurrection story of “what now?”. Jesus has risen from the dead, and the Apostles are still confused about what to do. One view of today’s Gospel is that Peter says “I’m going fishing” as a way to say he doesn’t know what else to do, so he’ll go back to what he’s always done. Another way to look at it is that he was feeling unworthy of Jesus’ call and Ministry. Jesus said “Follow Me”, and Peter says, “I’m going fishing”. And the others with him follow. Whichever way you look at it, today’s readings are sure to challenge. Note that Scripture readings are from the Lectionary for Mass for Use in the Dioceses of the United States of America, second typical edition, Copyright Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., used with permission. Commentary copyright Peter Kreeft, published by Word on Fire, used with permission.
What is God calling you to do that may seem trivial or insignificant, but may just be the most important thing you'll do in your life? Here we'll explore topics important to Catholics, we'll hear commentary on the Sunday Scriptures, and we'll learn about life in the fourth quarter.
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