The believers were united and shared everything. The apostles testified to Jesus' resurrection with great power and were favored. They ensured no one was in need by selling property and distributing the proceeds according to need.
Fifth Sunday of Lent – 1st Reading
In Deuteronomy 18:15-20, Moses tells the people that God will raise up a prophet from among them, and they must listen to him. God promises to put His words into the prophet's mouth, and those who refuse to listen will be held accountable. False prophets will face severe consequences.
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time – 1st Reading
In Deuteronomy 18:15-20, Moses tells the people that God will raise up a prophet from among them, and they must listen to him. God promises to put His words into the prophet's mouth, and those who refuse to listen will be held accountable. False prophets will face severe consequences.
Second Sunday of Advent – 1st Reading
The scripture Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11 suggests comfort and divine reassurance. It emphasizes God's redemption, calling for preparation and openness to receive God's glory. It highlights God's power and care, depicting him as a shepherd leading and nurturing his flock.
First Sunday of Advent – 1st Reading
Isaiah relays a passionate plea to the Lord, acknowledging humanity's sins, describing them as polluted rags carried away by wind. Despite their transgressions, Isaiah acknowledges God's role as their eternal father and redeemer.
Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time – 1st Reading
Wisdom, described as resplendent and unfading, is perceived by those who love and seek her. She is eager to be known and rewards vigilance; thinking of wisdom perfects prudence and relieves care.
Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time – 1st Reading
Malachi 1:14b-2:2b, 8-10 Lectionary: 151 A great King am I, says the LORD of hosts,and my name will be feared among the nations.And now, O priests, this commandment is for you:If you do not listen,if you do not lay it to heart,to give glory to my name, says the LORD of hosts,I will send a …
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Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time – 1st Reading
Exodus 22: 20-26 Lectionary: 148 Thus says the LORD:"You shall not molest or oppress an alien,for you were once aliens yourselves in the land of Egypt.You shall not wrong any widow or orphan.If ever you wrong them and they cry out to me,I will surely hear their cry.My wrath will flare up, and I will …
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Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time – 1st Reading
Isaiah 45: 1, 4-6 Lectionary: 145 Thus says the LORD to his anointed, Cyrus,whose right hand I grasp,subduing nations before him,and making kings run in his service,opening doors before himand leaving the gates unbarred:For the sake of Jacob, my servant,of Israel, my chosen one,I have called you by your name,giving you a title, though you …
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Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Optional)- 1st Reading
Memorial of Saint John Paul II Isaiah 52: 7-10 Lectionary: 663A How beautiful upon the mountainsare the feet of him who brings glad tidings,Announcing peace, bearing good news,announcing salvation, and saying to Zion,"Your God is King!" Hark! Your sentinels raise a cry,together they shout for joy,For they see directly, before their eyes,the LORD restoring Zion. …
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