† God is Love. Love everyone as you love yourself.
Catholic mass readings today
There is something deeply peaceful in this prayer: “May your merciful love be upon us, as we hope in you, O Lord.” It is the prayer of a heart that knows two things at once, its own need, and God’s goodness. It does not speak with pride. It does not claim strength or merit. It … Read more
Catholic Mass Readings for Sunday, May 3rd 2026 FIFTH WEEK OF EASTER FIRST READING “They picked out seven men full of the Holy Spirit.” A reading from the Acts of the Apostles (ACTS 6: 1-7) In these days when the disciples were increasing in number, the Hellenists murmured against the Hebrews because their widows were neglected … Read more
There is something breathtaking in these words: “All the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God.” They carry the sense that God’s saving work is too great to remain hidden, too powerful to be kept within one people, one place, or one moment in history. This is not a private mercy. … Read more
Catholic Mass Readings for Saturday, May 2nd 2026 FOURTH WEEK OF EASTER FIRST READING Behold, we turn to the Gentiles. A reading from the Acts of the Apostles (Acts 13:44-52) The next sabbath almost the whole city gathered together to hear the word of God. But when the Jews saw the multitudes, they were filled with … Read more
There is something deeply majestic in these words, and at the same time something deeply tender: “You are my son. It is I who have begotten you this day.” This is not just a line of poetry. It is a window into the heart of God. In the psalm, these words carry the voice of … Read more