"Your Word, Lord, is truth." † John 17:17
GOSPEL ACCLAMATIONJohn 16: 7, 13 Alleluia.I will send the Spirit of truth to you, says the Lord; he will guide you into all the truth.Alleluia. There is something deeply consoling in this promise: “I will send the Spirit of truth to you.” Jesus does not leave His disciples to find their own way through confusion, … Read more
There is something quietly beautiful in this response: “The upright shall behold your face, O Lord.” It points to the deepest hope of every faithful heart, not simply to receive gifts from God, but to come at last into His presence. To behold the face of the Lord is the language of closeness, peace, and … Read more
Catholic Mass Readings for Saturday, May 23rd 2026 SEVENTH WEEK OF EASTER YEAR A. FIRST READING He lived in Rome, preaching the kingdom of God. A reading from the Acts of the Apostles (ACTS 28: 16 – 20, 30 – 31) When we came into Rome, Paul was allowed to stay by himself, with the … Read more
There is something deeply steadying in this response: “The Lord has fixed his throne in heaven.” It reminds us that above all the movement, uncertainty, and noise of the world, God remains unshaken. That is why these words bring such peace. So much on earth changes quickly, plans change, people change, strength fades, and what once seemed … Read more
Catholic Mass Readings for Friday, May 22nd 2026. SEVENTH WEEK OF EASTER YEAR A. FIRST READING “Jesus, who was dead, but whom Paul asserted to be alive.” A reading from the Acts of the Apostles (ACTS 25: 13b – 21) In those days: Agrippa the king and Bernice arrived at Caesarea to welcome Festus. And as … Read more