"Your Word, Lord, is truth." † John 17:17
This Gospel is filled with quiet consolation. Jesus speaks to His disciples at a moment when their hearts are still troubled, yet His words are not meant to burden them further. They are meant to strengthen them. He opens before them the mystery of prayer, the love of the Father, and the deep communion into … Read more
Catholic Mass Readings for Saturday, May 16th 2026 SIXTH WEEK OF EASTER, YEAR A. FIRST READING ”Apollos showed by the Scriptures that the Christ was Jesus” A reading from the Acts of the Apostles (ACTS 18: 23 – 28) After spending some time in Antioch, Paul departed and went from place to place through the … Read more
There is something strong and steady in these words: “God is king of all the earth.” They remind us that the world is not ruled ultimately by chaos, human pride, or the shifting power of the moment. Above all that rises and falls, God reigns. That truth gives the soul great peace. So much in … Read more
In this Gospel, Jesus speaks to hearts already shadowed by sorrow. He knows that His disciples are approaching an hour they do not yet fully understand. He does not deny their coming pain. In fact, He names it plainly: “You will weep and lament, but the world will rejoice; you will be sorrowful” That honesty … Read more
Catholic Mass Readings for Friday, May 15th 2026 SIXTH WEEK OF EASTER, YEAR A. FIRST READING “I have many people in this city.” A reading from the Acts of the Apostles (ACTS 18: 9 – 18) [When Paul was in Corinth,] the Lord said to him one night in a vision, “Do not be afraid, … Read more