Sunday

27 Apr 2025

Solemnity of the Second Sunday of Easter; Divine Mercy Sunday, Cycle C Click here for all content for this cycle Solemnity of the Second Sunday of Easter; Divine Mercy Sunday, Cycle C

SUNDAY SUMMARY

Acts of the Apostles 5:12-16  It's not "only a shadow" when cast by one who believes in the gospel.

Psalm 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24  God's love is not going anywhere, as long as we're still here and in need.

Revelation 1:9-11a, 12-13, 17-19  John tells of the distress, the kingdom, and the endurance: He writes what he sees.

John 20:19-31  The gospel is not written for history's sake—for the record. It's for our benefit.

More resources for the month available in Seasonal notes.

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Homilist’s overview of April

Liturgical themes and feasts

April is a liturgical hinge month, as we conclude the probing season of Lent and open onto the joys of Easter.

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The inner word

What’s in your heart?

The apostles entered very exciting and chaotic times after the death of Jesus.

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Featured Exploring the Word

Words written in the Book

In Latin class back in high school, our doddering teacher used to try to get us motivated by telling us how useful knowing Latin would be. But we knew better. It was a dead language.

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Homily stories

On the threshold of mercy

Divine Mercy Sunday always reminds me of a parish I belonged to a decade ago.

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Homily stories

His presence endures

Home field advantage. They talk about the importance of fans in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, and other sports.

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Prayers

Penitential Act & Prayer of the Faithful

Brothers and sisters, let us acknowledge our sins, and so prepare ourselves to celebrate the sacred mysteries.

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Quotes

Let our judgment of souls cease, for God's mercy upon them is extraordinary.

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Browse the library

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