Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Life is not fair! We work hard, make sacrifices, and try to do what is right. Yet, others receive blessings, opportunities, and forgiveness for which we believe they have not earned. Hence comparison is the stealer of joy. In today's Gospel Jesus challenges the status quo. His generosity and fairness cannot be measured by human standards. 

Scripture Readings for September 20, 2026

Isaiah 55:6-9
Psalm 145:2-3, 8-9, 17-18
Philippians 1:20-24, 27
Matthew 20:1-16

Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Jesus calls us to love one another enough to speak the truth, listen with humility, and seek reconciliation. Christian correction is not about proving who is right, but about caring for one another and restoring relationships. When difficult conversations arise, Christ calls us to begin with love. Real love doesn't walk away, it fights for reconciliation.

Scripture Readings for September 6, 2026

Ezekiel: 33:7-9
Psalm: 95: 1-2, 6-9
Romans: 13: 8-10
Matthew: 18:15-20

Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

We often think happiness will come when our circumstances finally change. But Jesus never promises us a life without suffering. He calls us to trust Him in the midst of it.

Following Christ means letting go of control, turning away from sin, and allowing God to change our hearts. We cannot avoid every cross. But we never carry the cross without Christ.

Scripture Readings for August 30, 2026

Jeremiah 20:7-9

Psalm 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9

Romans 12:1-2

Matthew 16:21-27

Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time

In today's Gospel, we see a wonderful interaction between Jesus and Peter. Once Peter recognizes Jesus for who He truly is, his own identity and mission are revealed as well by Jesus. 

It is amazing to feel seen and known by God at the most intimate of levels. God sees spiritual greatness in all. Let us make the same testament of faith as well, "You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God," on whom I want to build my life.

Scripture Reading for August 23, 2026

Isaiah 22:19-23
Psalm 138:1-3, 6, 8
Romans 11:33-36
Matthew 16:13-20

Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Everyone knows what physical hunger feels like. But there is another hunger that is much harder to satisfy: the hunger to feel loved, accepted, safe, forgiven, and at peace. 

Many people spend their lives trying to fill that hunger with success, entertainment, possessions, relationships, food, pornography, alcohol, social media, or constant busyness. Yet the hunger always returns. Today's readings ask one simple question: Where are you trying to satisfy the hunger only Jesus can fill?

Scripture Readings for August 2, 2026

Isaiah 55:1-3
Psalm 145:8-9, 15-18
Romans 8:35, 37-39
Matthew 14:13-21

Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Garage sales epitomize the expression, "one man's junk is another man's treasure." Hence, how do we determine the real value of something? King Solomon provides guidance in our first reading for today. 

In order to determine the value of something King Solomon wants to know on a deeper level the heart of God. In making his desire known to God, Solomon found the pearl of great price. Buried treasure is not found in a field, a fishing net, or an ocean somewhere in the world. Buried treasure is found in all the tabernacles of the world: Jesus Christ. 

Scripture Readings for July 26, 2026

1 Kings 3:5, 7-12
Psalm 119:57, 72, 76-77, 127-130

Romans 8:28-30

Matthew 13:44-52

Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Our modern culture glorifies being busy, productive, and in control. Additionally, many people carry invisible burdens such as stress, anxiety, grief, family struggles, financial pressures, addictions, and exhaustion.

In our Gospel for today Jesus offers us a deeper meaning for the word rest. We are all invited to rest in knowing that we are loved, forgiven, and that we do not walk this journey alone. Unfortunately, we carry burdens God never asked us to carry: perfectionism, proving ourselves, shame, and trying to control everything. Today Jesus simply says to us, "Come".

Scripture Readings for July 5, 2026

Zechariah 9:9-10
Psalm 145:1-2, 8-11, 13-14

Romans 8:9, 11-13

Matthew 11:25-30

Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time
 
Today we celebrate The Lord's Day and Father's day. Children can learn many things from their fathers such as how to ride a bike, throw a football, work hard, and persevere through difficult times. Unfortunately, father's day can also be a painful reminder of the brokenness of humanity.
 
Nonetheless, all fathers reflect to some degree the heart of a good father. Though fear is all around, the healing journey teaches us that God's love is greater than all of our human limitations. Beautifully, the more we know the Father's love the less power fear has over us. 
 
 Scripture Readings for June 21, 2026
 
 Jeremiah 20:10-13
 Psalm 69:8-10, 14, 17, 33-35

Romans 5:12-15

Matthew 10:26-33

The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

Receiving Holy Communion is not a reward for good people, but food for pilgrims on the journey. Why does it seem like some people are changed and others are not at Mass? One word...receptivity. 

When people come to Mass, we can come out of sheer obligation, habit, we can come with distractions, and closed hearts. Yet, in celebrating the great feast of the bread of heaven, God invites us to come hungry. When our heart is open to God we never leave...unchanged.

Scripture Readings for June 7, 2026

Deuteronomy 8:2-3, 14-16
Psalm 147:12-15, 19-20
1 Corinthians 10:16-17 

John 6:51-58

Holy Trinity Sunday

Pope Leo XIV's prophetic encyclical Magnifica Humanitas, writes about the gift of the human person and the spiritual battles of the interior life and relationships that will continue to arise as a result of the influence of artificial intelligence. 

The more artificial the world becomes, the more radiant authentic holiness may appear. Every human heart longs for three things: to be known, to be loved, and to be seen. In an artificial age, the most convincing witness may simply be a deeply alive human being. 

Scripture Readings for May 31, 2026

Exodus 34:4-6, 8-9
Daniel 3:52-56
2 Corinthians 13:11-13
John 3:16-18