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Wisdom of Sirach

Wisdom of Sirach

The first reading for today comes from the Book of Sirach (also known as the Wisdom of Ben Sira and as Ecclesiasticus, or more literally, “Church Book.”) The author, a sage who lived in Jerusalem,...

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Memorial

Memorial

Today we celebrate both Memorial Day and the Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of the Church.  In today’s Gospel Jesus hands over the care of his mother to the Beloved Disciple: “When...

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The Demands of Love

The Demands of Love

Jesus asks Peter three questions: Do you love these more than these?  They were in a boat and Jesus may have been referring to the fishing equipment and the catch of fish.  He may have been asking...

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Jesus Prays

Jesus Prays

In today’s Gospel Jesus continues the prayer he began in yesterday’s Gospel.  Jesus began his prayer yesterday with praise of God, his heavenly Father: “Jesus raised his eyes to heaven and said,...

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Being Vigilant

Being Vigilant

In today’s first reading, St. Paul warns the nascent Christian community of Melitus, “Know that after my departure savage wolves will come among you, and they will not spare the flock. And from your...

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