First Reading – 1 Corinthians 7:25-31 Brothers and sisters: In regard to virgins, I have no commandment from the Lord, but I give my opinion as one who by the Lord’s mercy is trustworthy. So this is what I think best because of the present distress: that it is a …
First Reading – Micah 5:1-4A or Romans 8:28-30 The LORD says: You, Bethlehem-Ephrathah, too small to be among the clans of Judah, From you shall come forth for me one who is to be ruler in Israel; Whose origin is from of old, from ancient times. (Therefore the Lord will …
Let us praise God our almighty Father, who wished that Mary, his Son’s mother, be celebrated by each generation. Now in need we ask: Mary, full of grace, intercede for us. O God, worker of miracles, you made the immaculate Virgin Mary share body and soul in your Son’s glory …
Christ desires to lead all men to salvation. Let us implore him with all our heart: Draw all things to yourself, Lord. Through your precious blood, Lord, you redeemed us from the slavery of sin, — grant us the freedom of the children of God. Draw all things to yourself, Lord. …
First Reading – 1 Corinthians 5:1-8 Brothers and sisters: It is widely reported that there is immorality among you, and immorality of a kind not found even among pagans– a man living with his father’s wife. And you are inflated with pride. Should you not rather have been sorrowful? The …
The world was created by the Word of God, re-created by his redemption, and it is continually renewed by his love. Rejoicing in him we call out: Renew the wonders of your love, Lord. We give thanks to God whose power is revealed in nature, — and whose providence is revealed …
First Reading – Ezekiel 33:7-9 Thus says the LORD: You, son of man, I have appointed watchman for the house of Israel; when you hear me say anything, you shall warn them for me. If I tell the wicked, “O wicked one, you shall surely die, ” and you do …
Christ had compassion on the hungry and performed a miracle of love for them. Mindful of this, let us pray: Show us your love, Lord. Lord, we recognize that all the favors we have received today come through your generosity, — do not let them return to you empty, but let …
First Reading – 1 Corinthians 4:6B-15 Brothers and sisters: Learn from myself and Apollos not to go beyond what is written, so that none of you will be inflated with pride in favor of one person over against another. Who confers distinction upon you? What do you possess that you …
Let us bless Christ, the compassionate and merciful Lord, who wipes away the tears of those who weep. Let us cry out to him in love and ask: Have mercy on your people, Lord. Lord Jesus, you console the humble, — be attentive to the tears of the poor. Have …
Copyright © 2015-2024 The Best Catholic. All rights reserved.