"Your Word, Lord, is truth." † John 17:17
Alleluia.“God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation.”Alleluia. At the heart of the Gospel is the incredible truth that God did not turn away from humanity when we sinned. Instead, He came to us in Jesus Christ, offering forgiveness, healing, and a restored relationship with Himself. … Read more
Response: “Do not forget the poor, O Lord!”(Taken from Psalm 10:1–2, 3–4a, 7–8b, 14 – Response: 12b) This psalm is the heartfelt cry of those who feel overlooked, oppressed, or powerless. It reminds us that while injustice may seem to prevail for a time, God never loses sight of those who place their trust in … Read more
“He ordered them not to make him known. This was to fulfil what was spoken by the prophet.” Today’s Gospel presents us with a striking contrast. On one side stand those whose hearts have become hardened, so determined to protect their own position that they begin plotting against Jesus. On the other stands Christ Himself, … Read more
Catholic Mass Reading for Saturday, July 18th 2026 THE FIFTEENTH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR II FIRST READING They covet fields and take away houses. A reading from the Book of the Prophet Micah (MICAH 2: 1 – 5) Woe to those who devise wickedness and work evil upon their beds! When the maiming dawns, … Read more