Catholic faith
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Saturday July 13, 2024 – Mass Readings Exegesis: Responding to God’s Call
Embracing Courage, Holiness, and Faith in Daily Life Today’s liturgy weaves together a powerful narrative of divine calling, unwavering faith, and the majesty of God. The First Reading from Isaiah 6:1-8 captures the prophet’s awe-inspiring vision and his bold response… Continue reading
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Our Lady of Good Health and the Great Peshtigo Fire
A Beacon of Hope and Healing in Wisconsin Nestled in the tranquil farmlands of Champion, Wisconsin, stands the National Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help, a place of profound faith, healing, and miracles. This shrine is the site of… Continue reading
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Genesis 5: Walking with Giants
The Genealogical Bridge Genesis 5 serves as a genealogical bridge between the creation story and the narrative of Noah and the flood. It provides a lineage from Adam to Noah, showing God’s continued blessing and the fulfillment of His promise… Continue reading
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July 12, 2024 – Mass Readings Exegesis: Pathway to Renewal
Repentance and the Wisdom to Follow God’s Will Today’s Mass readings guide us on a profound journey of repentance and the pursuit of divine wisdom. Hosea 14:2-9 invites us to return to God, highlighting the transformative power of His mercy.… Continue reading
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Genesis 4 – The Tale of Cain and Abel
A Story of Sin, Justice, and Redemption Genesis 4 is one of the most powerful narratives in the Bible, presenting the tragic story of Cain and Abel, the first children of Adam and Eve. This passage is rich with themes… Continue reading
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Thursday July 10, 2024 – Mass Readings Exegesis: Radiant Faith
Proclaiming the Kingdom and Trusting in God’s Love Today, as we celebrate the Feast of Saint Benedict, a towering figure in Christian monasticism known for his profound influence on Western Christianity through the Rule of Saint Benedict, we delve into… Continue reading
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Wednesday July 10, 2024 – Mass Readings Exegesis: Embracing God’s Call
Understanding Our Mission Through Scripture Today’s Scripture readings from Hosea, Psalms, and Matthew form a powerful triad, guiding us through themes of repentance, remembrance, and mission. Hosea calls us to turn away from idolatry and seek God’s righteousness. Psalm 105… Continue reading
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Tuesday July 9, 2024 – Mass Readings Exegesis: Trust in the Living God
A Journey Through Divine Compassion and Love In today’s readings, we encounter powerful messages of divine love, human frailty, and the call to unwavering trust in God. From the prophet Hosea’s intense warnings about idolatry and rebellion to the Psalmist’s… Continue reading
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Genesis 3: The Fall of Humanity
Setting the Stage Genesis, the first book of the Bible, lays the foundational narratives of creation, humanity, and the origins of sin. Genesis 3 is particularly pivotal as it recounts the first sin and its far-reaching consequences. This chapter not… Continue reading
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Monday July 8, 2024 – Mass Readings Exegesis: Unshakeable Faith
Embracing God’s Transformative Love In today’s readings, we journey through profound expressions of faith and divine intervention. From the unwavering love of God in Hosea, the heartfelt praise of Psalm 145, to the miraculous healings in the Gospel of Matthew,… Continue reading
Holy Manna! 