"Your Word, Lord, is truth." † John 17:17
Catholic Mass Readings for Saturday, June 13th 2026 TENTH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR II MEMORIAL OF THE IMMACULATE HEART OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY FIRST READING “Elisha arose and went after Elijah, and ministered to him.” A reading from the first Book of Kings (1 KINGS 19: 19 – 21) In those days: Elijah … Read more
In today’s Gospel, Jesus opens His heart to us in a deeply personal way. Among all the titles that could describe Him, King, Messiah, Son of God, He chooses to say, “I am gentle and lowly in heart.” These words reveal the very heart of Christ and the kind of relationship He desires to have with each … Read more
Catholic Mass Readings for Friday, June 12th 2026 TENTH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR II SOLEMNITY OF THE MOST SACRED HEART OF JESUS FIRST READING “The Lord set his love upon you and chose you.” A reading from the Book of Deuteronomy (DEUTERONOMY 7: 6 – 11) Moses spoke to the people, saying, “You are a … Read more
The refrain, “The Lord has shown his deliverance to the nations,” reminds us that God’s saving love is not hidden or reserved for a select few. Throughout history, and most perfectly through Jesus Christ, God has revealed His power to rescue, heal, and restore His people. Psalm 98 invites us to look beyond our fears and difficulties … Read more
In today’s Gospel, Jesus sends His apostles out to proclaim the Kingdom of Heaven. He entrusts them with a great mission: to heal, to restore, to bring peace, and to announce God’s saving presence. Yet what is striking is not only what they are sent to do, but how they are sent. The Lord tells … Read more