Gospel Acclamation

Alleluia.Open our hearts, O Lord, that we may listen to the words of your Son.Alleluia. “Open Our Hearts, O Lord” This Gospel Acclamation reminds us that hearing the words of Jesus is not simply a matter of listening with our ears. The heart must also be open. We can hear the Gospel many times and … Read more

Alleluia.Blessed are those who, hearing the word, hold it fast in an honest and good heart, and bring forth fruit with patience.Alleluia. The Gospel Acclamation reminds us that simply hearing God’s Word is not enough. The seed of His Word bears fruit only when it is welcomed into an honest heart, guarded with faith, and … Read more

Alleluia.Blessed are you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that you have revealed to little ones the mysteries of the kingdom.Alleluia. “You Have Revealed to Little Ones the Mysteries of the Kingdom” Jesus reminds us that the deepest things of God are not discovered through pride, status or human cleverness alone. They are received by … Read more

Alleluia.Come to me, all who labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest, says the Lord.Alleluia. “Come to Me, and I Will Give You Rest” Jesus does not tell the weary to first put their lives in order before coming to Him. He simply says, “Come to me.” We can come carrying … Read more

Alleluia.Your words, Lord, are Spirit and life; you have the words of eternal life.Alleluia. “Your Words, Lord, Are Spirit and Life” The words of Jesus are not merely wise teachings to admire; they carry life within them. They reach places in the human heart that no worldly success, possession or reassurance can truly satisfy. Christ … Read more