"Your Word, Lord, is truth." † John 17:17
Today’s Gospel gives us a simple but powerful image: servants waiting through the night with their lamps burning, ready for the moment their master returns. Jesus is speaking about the way a Christian should live. “Let your loins be girded and your lamps burning.” In other words, be ready. Not frightened, not anxious, but spiritually … Read more
“The Lord speaks of peace for his people.” Psalm 85 reminds us that God’s peace is not simply the absence of trouble. It is the deep assurance that comes from knowing we are held by Him, even when life feels uncertain. The psalm speaks of mercy, faithfulness, justice, and peace meeting together. It shows us … Read more
Alleluia.Watch at all times, praying that you may be able to stand before the Son of man.Alleluia. This Gospel Acclamation is a call to spiritual readiness. Jesus reminds us that faith is not something we switch on only when life becomes difficult; it is a way of living with our hearts awake to God each … Read more
Catholic Mass Readings for Tuesday, October 20th 2026 TWENTY-NINTH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR II FIRST READING “He is our peace, who has made us both one.” A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Ephesians (EPHESIANS 2: 12 – 22) Brethren: Remember that you were at that time separated from Christ, alienated … Read more