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Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, Cycle B

29 Mar 2015

SUNDAY SUMMARY Mark 11:1-10 or John 12:12-16 Jesus chooses deliberate signs of kingship as he enters Jerusalem. Isaiah 50:4-7 The faithful servant suffers abuse for speaking a wakeful word. Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 In the psalmist’s cry we recognize the hour of Jesus’ anguish and glory. Philippians 2:6-11 Paul traces the parabola of humility and exaltation that is the journey of Christ. Mark 14:1—15:47 An ensemble of characters, known and unknown, makes up the Passion story of Jesus.

Mark 11:1-10 John 12:12-16 Isaiah 50:4-7 Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 Philippians 2:6-11 Mark 14:1-15:47 Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, Cycle B

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Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, Cycle A

13 Apr 2014

SUNDAY SUMMARY Gospel with Palms: Matthew 21:1-11 As Jesus approaches Jerusalem, the crowds know how to honor him with signs and titles. Isaiah 50:4-7 The faithful servant remains resolute despite humiliation and personal abuse. Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 The servant of God faces many tormentors yet holds onto the hope of restoration. Philippians 2:6-11 The “parabola” of faith is revealed: The humbled son of God becomes the exalted Christ. Matthew 26:14-27:66 The Passion demonstrates how many ways we might participate in the world's suffering.

Isaiah 50:4-7 Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 Philippians 2:6-11 Matthew 21:1-11 Matthew 26:14-27:66

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Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, Cycle C

24 Mar 2013

SUNDAY SUMMARY Gospel with Palms: Luke 19:28-40 As Jesus enters Jerusalem, even the stones must acknowledge his glory. Isaiah 50:4-7 With the help of God there can never be shame nor disgrace. Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 When we feel most abandoned and lost, God is near with power to save us. Philippians 2:6-11 The name of Jesus drives angels to their knees. What about us? Luke 22:14-23:56 The Passion story reminds us that saving grace, like life, is in the details.

Isaiah 50:4-7 Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 Philippians 2:6-11 Luke 19:28-40 Luke 22:14-23:56

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Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, Cycle B

01 Apr 2012

SUNDAY SUMMARY Procession: Mark 11:1-10 or John 12:12-16 Jesus embraces the street theater that awaits his appearance in Jerusalem. Mass: Isaiah 50:4-7 The faithful servant accepts the price of fidelity. Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 The psalmist envisions what the gospels will spell out: the isolation of the just one. Philippians 2:6-11 By a free choice Jesus assumes human likeness and endures human suffering. Mark 14:1-15:47 or 15:1-39 Jesus surrenders to the Passion that seems pre-scripted—yet is a story full of choices.

Mark 11:1-10 John 12:12-16 Isaiah 50:4-7 Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 Philippians 2:6-11 Mark 14:1-15:47 Mark 15:1-39

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Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, Cycle A

17 Apr 2011

SUNDAY SUMMARY At the Procession: Matthew 21:1-11 Fulfilling the ancient prophesy, Jesus rides into a starstruck Jerusalem. At the Mass: Isaiah 50:4-7 The loyal servant endures rejection and abuse for the sake of his Lord. Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 The faithful one, seemingly abandoned, cries out for the God who is near. Philippians 2:6-11 Jesus is lifted to the highest glory because he willingly suffered the greatest depths. Matthew 26:14-27:66 or 27:11-54 The disciples pledge their allegiance to the death, yet Jesus faces his cross without them.

Isaiah 50:4-7 Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 Philippians 2:6-11 Matthew 21:1-11 Matthew 26:14-27:66 Matthew 27:11-54

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Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, Cycle C

28 Mar 2010

SUNDAY SUMMARY Gospel with palms: Luke 19:28-40 Even the stones must cry out when the glory of the Lord passes by. Isaiah 50:4-7 The faithful servant knows what to say to rouse the hearts of the weary. Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 The faithful one is beset by enemies but counts on God's deliverance. Philippians 2:6-11 Jesus was obedient even to death, and God raised his name above every other name. Luke 22:14-23:56 or 23:1-49 The Passion of Jesus is acute, and yet he does not forget his compassion for sinners.

Isaiah 50:4-7 Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 Philippians 2:6-11 Luke 19:28-40 Luke 22:14-23:56 Luke 23:1-49

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Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, Cycle B

05 Apr 2009

SUNDAY SUMMARY At the procession with palms: Mark 11:1-10 or John 12:12-16 Jesus is rendered due honor as he enters the city of David. Isaiah 50:4-7 The faithful servant is relentless in his attention to and service of the divine word. Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 The ancient poet prophetically describes the death of God’s faithful one. Philippians 2:6-11 Saint Paul presents the Crucifixion as a cosmic event of submission and glory. Mark 14:1-15:47 Mark presents good and bad examples of discipleship in his Passion account.

Mark 11:1-10 John 12:12-16 Isaiah 50:4-7 Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 Philippians 2:6-11 Mark 14:1-15:47

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Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, Cycle C

20 Mar 2016

SUNDAY SUMMARY Luke 19:28-40 Jesus rides into Jerusalem to cries of blessing and glory in the highest.Isaiah 50:4-7 Rousing hearts is what prophets come to do. Suffering is part of the bargain.Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 An ancient song foretells the torment and abandonment of God’s faithful servant.Philippians 2:6-11 The nadir of human misery is followed by the apex of exaltation for Jesus.Luke 22:14—23:56 Glimmers of a merciful God shine through the darkness of the Passion hours.

Isaiah 50:4-7 Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 Philippians 2:6-11 Luke 19:28-40 Luke 22:14-23:56

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Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, Cycle A

09 Apr 2017

SUNDAY SUMMARY Matthew 21:1-11 Jesus receives a hero’s welcome in the city where he will be put to death. Isaiah 50:4-7 The prophet speaks words of hope, but receives brutality and shame. Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 (2a) The faithful one is abused and abandoned, yet remains sure of divine rescue. Philippians 2:6-11 For his obedience and humility, Jesus is exalted as Lord of all. Matthew 26:14—27:66 Jesus is betrayed, denied, mocked and abandoned by those who could not hear him.

Matthew 21:1-11 Isaiah 50:4-7 Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 Philippians 2:6-11 Matthew 26:14-27:66

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Preaching the News for the Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, Cycle A

09 Apr 2017

SUNDAY SUMMARY Matthew 21:1-11 Jesus receives a hero’s welcome in the city where he will be put to death. Isaiah 50:4-7 The prophet speaks words of hope, but receives brutality and shame. Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 (2a) The faithful one is abused and abandoned, yet remains sure of divine rescue. Philippians 2:6-11 For his obedience and humility, Jesus is exalted as Lord of all. Matthew 26:14—27:66 Jesus is betrayed, denied, mocked and abandoned by those who could not hear him.

Matthew 21:1-11 Isaiah 50:4-7 Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 Philippians 2:6-11 Matthew 26:14—27:66

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