"Your Word, Lord, is truth." † John 17:17
Alleluia.Though Jesus Christ was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that by his poverty you might become rich. Alleluia. This Alleluia reminds us that the true riches of Christ are not measured in possessions, comfort or earthly success. Though He possessed everything, Jesus freely chose humility, simplicity and ultimately the Cross for our … Read more
The words “I kill and I make alive” remind us that God alone is Lord of life. Human strength, wealth and power can disappear in a moment, but God remains faithful and His purposes cannot be defeated. This psalm also calls us to humility. There are moments when God allows us to see how little we can … Read more
“If you would be perfect, sell what you possess, and you will have treasure in heaven.” The Gospel presents us with a young man whose heart sincerely desires eternal life. He approaches Jesus with respect, asking one of the greatest questions a person can ever ask: “Teacher, what good deed must I do, to have … Read more
Catholic Mass Readings for Monday, August 17th 2026 TWENTIETH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR II FIRST READING “Thus shall Ezekiel be to you a sign,’ according to all that he has done you shall do.” A reading from the Book of the Prophet Ezekiel (EZEKIEL 24: 15 – 24) The word of the Lord came … Read more
Response: “You forgot God who gave you birth.” Taken from Deuteronomy 32:18 – 19, 20, 21 There are times when the greatest danger to our faith is not open rejection of God but quietly drifting away from Him. This psalm is a loving reminder that every blessing we enjoy has its source in the Lord who … Read more