feasting on the word
"If you meditate on the Scriptures it will appear to you in its brilliant splendor." ―St. Pio of Pietrelcina
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Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (B) 1 Kings 19:4-8 | Psalm 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9 | Ephesians 4:30—5:2 | John 6:41-51  The Scriptures for the Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time point out that we are not alone in the struggles of life, caution us to choose kindness each and every day, and assure us that through the Eucharist we begin to live eternal life now.
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Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (B) Exodus 16:2-4, 12-15 | Psalm 78:3-4, 23-24, 25, 54 | Ephesians 4:17, 20-24 | John 6:24-35  The readings for the Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time remind us to celebrate and remember God's goodness, put on a new self, and seek Jesus for the right reasons.
Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (B) 2 Kings 4:42-44 | Psalm 145:10-11, 15-16, 17-18 | Ephesians 4:1-6 | John 6:1-15  The themes on this Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time invite us to reflect on caring for one another, living our calling to unity and bringing what we have to God.
Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (B) Jeremiah 23:1-6 | Psalm 23:1-3, 3-4, 5, 6 | Ephesians 2:13-18 | Mark 6:30-34  The underlying themes of 3Ps – piloting, peace, and prayer – flow though the Scripture readings for the Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (B) Amos 7:12-15 | Psalm 85:9-10, 11-12, 13-14 | Ephesians 1:3-10 | Mark 6:7-13  The Catholic Church teaches that every baptized and confirmed individual receives directly from Christ a call to participate in His prophetic mission. This weekend's readings emphasize the importance of remaining faithful to this calling, acknowledging our talents, and employing them for good works. They also encourage us to shed unnecessary burdens as we carry out our mission.
Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (B) Ezekiel 2:2-5 | Psalm 123:1-2, 2, 3-4 | 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 | Mark 6:1-6  Have you ever felt overlooked when sharing good news? Have you discovered that your weaknesses can actually be a source of strength and power? What steps do you take when the people you're serving turn you away? Today's readings remind us that neither rejection nor personal limitations can hinder God's power from working in our lives.
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