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Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Cycle B

22 Nov 2015

SUNDAY SUMMARY Daniel 7:13-14 The human being par excellence is presented to the Ancient of Days. Psalm 93:1, 1-2, 5 The reign of God is not to be moved, and God’s majesty cannot be surpassed. Revelation 1:5-8 Jesus is revealed as the ruler above all earthly thrones and powers. John 18:33b-37 Pilate seeks to determine what sort of king Jesus might be.

Daniel 7:13-14 Psalm 93:1, 1-2, 5 Revelation 1:5-8 John 18:33b-37 Christ the King

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Solemnity of All Saints, Cycle B

01 Nov 2015

SUNDAY SUMMARY Revelation 7:2-4, 9-14 Those marked as God’s possession will withstand the time of distress. Psalm 24:1bc-2, 3-4ab, 5-6 The world around us has its foundation in the God we seek. 1 John 3:1-3 Just as the world is established in God, so we are God’s children. Matthew 5:1-12a Like Moses, Jesus ascends the mountain in order to reveal divine truths.

Matthew 5:1-12a Revelation 7:2-4, 9-14 Psalm 24:1bc-2, 3-4ab, 5-6 1 John 3:1-3 All Saints' Day Feast of All Saints

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12 Jan 2014 - Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, Cycle A

Franciscan friar Richard Rohr once said that people are broken in two places: in their sexuality and in their response to authority. That’s a fair reading of the Book of Genesis' story about Adam and Eve, who first defy God’s rule and then betray one another. It’s the second fracture Rohr mentions that’s really the primary one: the break with authority. It’s particularly vital to heal that one if you expect to make any progress in the life of faith. Begin by admitting it: Authority rankles. Infants squirm in the arms of their parents, and children from the age of 2 learn to say no. Life consists of an endless stream of authorities who tell you what you must and must not do: from teachers and pastors to police officers, popes, and governments. Every dull task winds up being assigned to you as a chore, homework, or employment. If you had only ten commandments to obey it wouldn’t be so hard, but you are walled in by so many Thou Shalts and Thou Shouldn’ts that it can feel as if the world’s expectations are suffocating you. Would life really be better if you were not obliged to anyone for anything? Countless generations of hobos have jumped into boxcars believing that creed, and if life were a solitary proposition, if God had only created an Adam or an Eve and left it at that, maybe there would be a need for far fewer laws, perhaps only one. As the story goes, however, even if there’s one law and one person, that rule is going to be broken, and on a globe comprised of billions of people each breaking their handful of rules or cutting corners on this or that social agreement, chaos is the result. Every saint recommends the way of obedience as the true road to happiness. Give in to holy authority and let it fashion you in the ways of holiness. That would be quite a different story than the one about Adam and Eve. Very few take that route, so it’s hard to dream what society would be like if more did; but you don’t have to wonder what you would be like if you embraced perfect obedience to holy authority: You only have to look to Jesus. From the beginning he proved himself to be the servant of God Isaiah described, that hoped-for champion of divine justice. In this week when you are particularly mindful of the vocation to which your baptism draws you, you might consider embracing only one objective: obedience. If you get that right, you stand a chance of getting everything right. Related scripture links Noah’s ark: Gen. 6-9; 1 Pet. 3:20-21 Baptism as purification in OT: Ezek. 36:25-26; Zech. 13:1 Go and baptize: Matt. 28:19-20; Acts 2:38 Saint Paul and baptism: Rom. 6:3-4; Gal. 3:27; Col. 2:12 Jesus is made sin for us: 2 Cor. 5:21 Catechism links Baptism: CCC 535-537; 1213-1274

Authors Alice Camille

Authority Genesis Adam and Eve
Seventh Sunday of Easter, Cycle C

12 May 2013

SUNDAY SUMMARY Acts of the Apostles 7:55-60 Stephen preaches the gospel in the streets and is put to death by those unable to accept it. Psalm 97:1-2, 6-7, 9 Justice and judgment are the twin platforms of divine authority. Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20 When the Lord Jesus comes, divine recompense will be issued according to our deeds. John 17:20-26 Jesus offers a final prayer: that the world may know and accept the love of his Father. For a link to the SOLEMNITY OF THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD, CYCLE C, please click here.

Acts of the Apostles 7:55-60 Psalm 97:1-2, 6-7, 9 Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20 John 17:20-26

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Sixth Sunday of Easter, Cycle C

05 May 2013

SUNDAY SUMMARY Acts of the Apostles 15:1-2, 22-29 Dissent in Antioch about the status of Gentiles brings Paul and Barnabas to Jerusalem. Psalm 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8 God’s radiance shines on those who respond to divine mercy and guidance. Revelation 21:10-14, 22-23 In the new Jerusalem, the entire city functions as the divine dwelling-place. John 14:23-29 Just as Jesus abides in his Father, his Spirit also abides in his followers.

Psalm 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8 Acts of the Apostles 15:1-2, 22-29 Revelation 21:10-14, 22-23 John 14:23-29

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Fifth Sunday of Easter, Cycle C

28 Apr 2013

SUNDAY SUMMARY Acts of the Apostles 14:21-27 Paul and Barnabas continue their rigorous efforts for the sake of proclaiming the gospel. Psalm 145:8-9, 10-11, 12-13 The kingdom of God speaks for itself in works of grace, mercy, and might. Revelation 21:1-5a In his final vision, John sees the old world pass away and a new one come into being. John 13:31-33a, 34-35 After the traitor departs, Jesus shares his final mystical instructions to his friends.

Acts of the Apostles 14:21-27 Psalm 145:8-9, 10-11, 12-13 Revelation 21:1-5a John 13:31-33a, 34-35

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Fourth Sunday of Easter; Good Shepherd Sunday, Cycle C

21 Apr 2013

SUNDAY SUMMARY Acts of the Apostles 13:14, 43-52 Paul and Barnabas delight the Gentiles but excite the ire of their own community. Psalm 100:1-2, 3, 5 God’s kindness endures forever for the flock gathered in the divine name. Revelation 7:9, 14b-17 John continues to enjoy the consolation of his vision of God’s ultimate victory. John 10:27-30 Those who belong to Jesus will recognize his voice and follow his lead.

Acts of the Apostles 13:14, 43-52 Psalm 100:1-2, 3, 5 Revelation 7:9, 14b-17 John 10:27-30

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Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle C

14 Apr 2013

SUNDAY SUMMARY Acts of the Apostles 5:27-32, 40b-41 Saint Peter and the apostles demonstrate that their post-Easter testimony is not going away. Psalm 30:2, 4, 5-6, 11-12, 13 Mourning becomes dancing in the certainty of divine rescue. Revelation 5:11-14 Every creature in heaven and on earth acknowledges the worthiness of God’s Lamb. John 21:1-19 A miraculous catch of fish prefigures the success of the early church.

Acts of the Apostles 5:27-32, 40b-41 Psalm 30:2, 4, 5-6, 11-12, 13 Revelation 5:11-14 John 21:1-19

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Solemnity of the Second Sunday of Easter; Divine Mercy Sunday, Cycle C

07 Apr 2013

SUNDAY SUMMARY Acts of the Apostles 5:12-16 Afraid to join the disciples, the people are still ready to accept their spiritual authority. Psalm 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24 In this season of victory, trust in the mercy of God. Revelation 1:9-11a, 12-13, 17-19 Punished and imprisoned by mortals, John is favored by God with a great vision John 20:19-31 The last holdout to Easter faith becomes the staunchest believer of all.

Psalm 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24 John 20:19-31 Acts of the Apostles 5:12-16 Revelation 1:9-11a, 12-13, 17-19

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Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Cycle B

25 Nov 2012

SUNDAY SUMMARY Daniel 7:13-14 The prophet foresees a time when dominion is handed forever to a Son of man. Psalm 93:1, 1-2, 5 God rules this world, robed in majesty, and is worthy of our trust. Revelation 1:5-8 God is first and last, and Jesus Christ is faithful witness to this revelation. John 18:33b-37 Pilate wonders what sort of king could be treated so brutally by his own people.

Daniel 7:13-14 Psalm 93:1, 1-2, 5 Revelation 1:5-8 John 18:33b-37 Christ the King

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