First Reading - 1 Corinthians 12:12-14,27-31 Gospel - Luke 7:11-17
God's mercy is immeasurable. It is manifested in our lives through the gifts and blessings we receive. Today's readings invite us to place our trust in God's mercy. The fir…
First Reading - 1 Corinthians 11:17-26,33 Gospel - Luke 7:1-10
Hebrews 11:1 gives a beautiful definition of faith: "It is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." This definition of faith summarizes our Christi…
First Reading - Isaiah 50:5-9Second Reading - James 2:14-18Gospel - Mark 8:27-35
Suffering is
one of the great mysteries of human life. It touches everyone, whether through
physical pain, illness, loss, or emotional struggles. These experiences often…
FEAST OF THE EXALTATION OF THE CROSSFirst Reading - Numbers 21:4-19(Second Reading - Philippians 2:6-11)Gospel - John 3:13-17
The question of suffering is a disturbing question for us. It is so because it drags us to the situation of misery, hopeless…
First Reading - 1 Corinthians 9:16-19,22-27Gospel - Luke 6:39-42
The saying, “To err is human, to forgive is divine,” is a profound reminder of our shared imperfection and the call to extend mercy to others. We all make mistakes, and through them, we…
First Reading - 1 Corinthians 8:1-7,11-13 Gospel - Luke 6:27-38
Indifference toward others often becomes the default mode in our daily lives. However, the readings today urge us to break free from this pattern by living with love, compassion, and gen…
First Reading - 1 Corinthians 7:25-31Gospel - Luke 6:20-26
The most fundamental question for many people is to discover the purpose or meaning of life. Some struggle to find a clear sense of direction or understanding of why they are here. Today’s re…
First Reading - 1 Corinthians 6:1-11Gospel - Luke 6:12-19
Everyone lives their life according to a guiding philosophy. If the philosophy we choose is shallow or worldly, our lives may become materialistic and directionless. However, if our philosophy…
First Reading - 1 Corinthians 5:1-8 Gospel - Luke 6:6-11
The readings today draw our attention to the themes of purity, holiness, and the priority of mercy over legalism. In the first reading, Paul confronts the Corinthian community about a serious mo…
First Reading - Isaiah 35:4-7 Second Reading - James 2:1-5 Gospel - Mark 7:31-37
The readings for today center around themes of healing, justice, and the inclusiveness of God’s Kingdom. They remind us of God’s care for those who are marginalized and …
First Reading - 1 Corinthians 4:6-15Gospel - Luke 6:1-5
We all have many priorities in life—some prioritize jobs, money, and property, while others give importance to spiritual matters. Today’s readings invite us to make God our top priority, placing…
First Reading - 1 Corinthians 4:1-5Gospel - Luke 5:33-39
We often choose a product based on the brand associated with it, as the brand signifies the product’s quality. In a similar way, the readings of today invite us to improve the quality of our di…
First Reading - 1 Corinthians 3:18-23Gospel - Luke 5:1-11
Do we truly know God? The purpose of our lives, as stated in the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC), is "to know, to love, to serve, and to adore God." Today's readings invit…
First Reading - 1 Corinthians 3:1-9Gospel - Luke 4:38-44
Teaching, preaching, and healing were central to the ministry of Jesus, and these are the ministries we are called to embrace as well. The readings today invite us to actively participate in th…
First Reading - 1 Corinthians 2:10-16Gospel - Luke 4:31-37
We live in a world where the allure of superheroes captures our imaginations. Their extraordinary powers, their authority over the forces of evil, and their ability to save the world often st…
First Reading - 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 Gospel - Luke 4:16-30
In today's readings, we are reminded of the power and wisdom of God, which surpass all human understanding. Both the first reading and the Gospel challenge us to look beyond worldly measur…