"Your Word, Lord, is truth." † John 17:17
Alleluia.Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.Aleluia. Our bodies need food to live, but our hearts need God’s Word to truly flourish. We can fill our lives with many things, yet nothing satisfies the soul like listening to the voice of the Lord and … Read more
Response: “You open your hand, Lord, and you satisfy us.”Taken from Psalm 145:8 – 9, 15 – 16, 17 – 18 (Response: 16) God’s generosity is never measured by what He gives alone, but by the love with which He gives it. Every breath we take, every meal we receive, every moment of grace is … Read more
“They all ate and were satisfied.” Today’s Gospel begins in silence. Jesus has just received the heartbreaking news of the death of John the Baptist, His faithful forerunner and cousin. Understandably, He withdraws to a lonely place. Yet the crowds follow Him, carrying with them their illnesses, their hunger, and their hope. Instead of turning … Read more
Catholic Mass Readings for Sunday, August 2nd 2026 EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR A FIRST READING “Come and eat.” A reading from the Book of Isaiah (ISAIAH 55: 1 – 3) Thus says the Lord: “Ho, every one who thirsts, come to the waters; and he who has no money, come, buy and eat! … Read more
Alleluia.Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.Alleluia. Following Christ has never been measured by comfort, but by faithfulness. Jesus reminds us that standing for what is right may sometimes bring misunderstanding, rejection, or hardship. Yet those who remain faithful are never abandoned by God. Every sacrifice … Read more