"Your Word, Lord, is truth." † John 17:17
Jesus’ words, “If a man loves me, he will keep my word,” remind us that love for Christ is shown not only in what we say, but in how we live. Genuine love is expressed through faithful obedience, trusting that His teachings always lead us to life, peace, and joy. The beautiful promise that follows is at … Read more
The response, “Be strong, let your heart take courage, all who hope in the Lord,” is a reminder that Christian hope is not built on changing circumstances but on God’s unchanging faithfulness. Even when life brings uncertainty, suffering, or waiting, the Lord remains our refuge and our strength. Psalm 31 encourages us to place our confidence in … Read more
In today’s Gospel, Jesus invites us to rediscover the beauty of a faith that is lived for God alone. He speaks about three pillars of the spiritual life, prayer, fasting, and almsgiving but His deepest concern is not merely what we do. It is why we do it. The Lord warns against seeking recognition from … Read more
Catholic Mass Readings for Wednesday, June 17th 2026 ELEVENTH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR II FIRST READING A chariot of fire appeared, and Elijah went up into heaven. A reading from the second Book of Kings (2 KINGS 2: 1, 6 – 14) Now when the Lord was about to take Elijah up to heaven … Read more