Catholic daily reflections on the gospel of the day. Click to watch the daily reading for sunday, november 12th, 2017 video click to play. Recently, i heard a priest give a poignant homily about suffering. So, like a great general leading his troupes into battle, he sets out to give us encouragement and strengthen our resolve to stand firm. Every time god calls us, he wishes us to be transfigured. Saturday, 21 october 2017 a reflection on the gospel. Sunday of the third week in ordinary time matthew 3. Jesus is continuing the sermon on the mount and is challenging his listeners to rethink the way they think about the commandments. A catholic moment daily mass readings and reflections. Gospel reflections, year b monthly listing rclb lectionary.
Therefore, stay awake, for you know neither the day nor the hour. November 12, 2017 32nd sunday in ordinary time matthew. The gospel observer november 12, 2017 the gospel observer. Gospel reflection meeting worksheet for week of april 12, 2020. The disabled man in our gospel for today who had been sick for thirty eight long years was instantly healed by jesus because he obeyed his command. November 12, 2017 thirtysecond sunday in ordinary time wis 6. They have been thinking for several months now about becoming catholic, and are in our religious education program called the rite of christian initiation for adults or rcia in a short ceremony they are asked if they will be serious students of our faith. This entry was posted in gospel of john, gospel reflection, liturgy resources, prayer resources, scripture, year a and tagged donal neary sj, father son and holy spirit, gospel reflection for trinity sunday year a june 11th 2017, holy spirit, jesus, john 16.
The gospel background and reflection questions are written by fr. Todays gospel reminds me of my grandmothers stories a little esoteric, thoughtprovoking, with moments that make you want to ask a question, but hold back, and in a way, open to. Today im going to reflect on the 2 nd half of the gospel for the 33 rd sunday of ordinary time, luke 21. Catholic daily reflections offers prayers and reflections on the gospel, mass readings of the day, divine mercy, saints, liturgical feasts, and more. November 12, 2017 thirty second sunday in ordinary time matthew 25. Gospel reflection for friday after ash wednesday 12. December 2017 feast of the holy family nativity of the lord mass during the night fourth sunday of advent. In the gospel of today, jesus took three of his disciples, peter, james, and john and went to the mountain where he was transfigured before them. The devotional for this week, november 1218, is based on lords day 49 and continues our study of the lords prayer lords days 4552.
Free daily gospel reflections from bishop robert barron. We are called to live a life of radical love and service. Daily gospel reflection for november 19, 2017 33rd. November 12, 2017 thirtysecond sunday in ordinary time a. The first one is that, when our love for god cools off, then our will yields to other temptations, where voluptuousness seems to offer us more savorous dishes while, in fact, they are prepared with degrading and disturbing poisons. The readings on this page are from the jerusalem bible, which is used at mass in most of the englishspeaking world. Below are many of the resources used for the gospel reflection meetings.
In todays gospel, jesus is very clear about what we are not to do. If you even absentmindedly made a choice to check out the glimpses reflection for today, consider this for starters. Reflections for sunday, november 12, 2017 catholic lane. November 12, 2017 gospel reading and reflection for kids. Todays parable of the ten virgins urges us to be alert and awake, ready for the time when jesus will come again. Daily prayer bring you each day reflections on the gospel readings to help. Gospel reflections, year a monthly listing rclb lectionary. Posted by goodgroundpress december 12, 2017 posted in advent, advent, good ground press. He came to bear witness, as a witness to introduce the light so that all might be.
Gospel reflection for november 12, 2017, 32nd sunday. Easter sunday sun, apr 12 palm sunday of the passion of the lord april 2020. The reflection represents only my own point of view, intended to help prepare myself for the lords day and. Click on the underlined name below for the daily reflections. Peter and andrew are transfigured into fishers of men. Gospel reflection for december 17, 2017, 3rd sunday of. This video is a reading and reflection on the gospel reading for kids. Gospel reflection november 19, 2017 thirtythird sunday in ordinary time. Daily gospel reflection for november 6, 2017 catholicmom. By gospel reflections team on november 19, 2017 articles from our contributors, daily gospel reflections today s gospel.
Gospel reflection for november 12, 2017, 32nd sunday ordinary time. As the light of the silvery moon is but a reflection of the sun, the light that we are to shine as christians is a light that comes from jesus christ, the son of god. We publish daily reflections on the readings for catholic mass, and offer a printable monthly calendar of the daily readings for mass. Todays gospel passage ends with jesus giving the parable of the one lost sheep as opposed to the. Sundays gospel recounts the event of the transfiguration, while the first reading tells of the call of abraham. Gospel reflection for friday of the nineteenth week in ordinary time based on matthew 19. Based on the gospel for sunday 12 november matthew 25.
Gospel reflection november 19, 2017 thirtythird sunday. November 2020 christ the king sun, nov 22 thirtythird sunday in ordinary time thirtysecond sunday in ordinary time. The beatitudes of todays gospel introduce the sermon on the mount. The meditations reflection on the gospel parable tells us that staying alert and awake. Daily gospel catholic readings for sunday, december 17, 2017.
The wedding attendants have been waiting for a long time for the bridegroom. November 12, 2017 32nd sunday in ordinary time matthew 25. Daily reading for sunday, november 12th, 2017 bible catholic. Daily gospel reflection for november 12, 2017 32nd. November 2016 october 2016 may 2016 april 2016 march 2016 february 2016. We have asked creighton faculty, staff and administrators to reflect upon the daily readings each day. Its probably the most common request we receive at word on fire. If it is hard to hear what is being said, turn on closed captions cc. Gospel reflection for december 17, 2017, 3rd sunday of advent. I picked this parable to reflect upon because for decades i was baffled by it.
Today s gospel said that ten virgins took their oil lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Gospel reflection for tuesday of the nineteenth week in. The lord said to moses and aaron in the land of egypt. Sunday, 29 october 2017 reflection on the sunday gospel by fr. Today s parable of the ten virgins urges us to be alert and awake, ready for the time when jesus will come again. Posted by goodgroundpress november 8, 2017 posted in faith in action, good ground press, gospel reflection, keeping faith today, living the gospel today, matthew, our world today, reflections. The readings are sourced from the united states conference of catholic bishops website. However, although the third servant did not squander or waste the gifts talents he had received, the. My reflections reflection for tuesday march 24, fourth. Gospel reflection thirtyfirst sunday in ordinary time year a november 5, 2017 gospel matthew 23. Daily gospel reflection for november 12, 2017 32nd sunday in ordinary time.
The virgins in the gospel were most likely part of the bridal procession, waiting for the arrival of the groom and standing as witnesses to the. Gospel reflection for thursday of the nineteenth week in ordinary time based on matthew 18. The devotional includes seven opportunities for personal reflection, one for each day of the week. At one point, my priest talked about the importance of giving. What has the call of abraham got to do with the transfiguration of jesus. What was important for him was to obey the command of the lord. Today, being friday, and especially a friday in lent, it is again a special day of abstinence and fasting. Today, the gospel proposes us at least three considerations. In todays gospel jesus foresees the opposition which we, his followers, will face. That is exactly the issue jesus is addressing in todays gospel from st. The popes world wide prayer network is the new name in 2017 for the. Every friday, we offer you a reflection on the sunday gospel. November 5, 2017 christ the redeemer gospel reflection. November 26, 2017 our lord jesus christ, king of the universe.
The disabled man did not care if it was a sabbath day, a day of rest for them. Jesus wants to make it clear that a time will come when each person is either welcomed into heaven or finds the door barred before them. Wednesday, november, 2019 be thankful for his mercy. Prepare for mass or simply enrich you faith each day.
People are hungry to stay connected to christ and his gospel every day, not just during the major liturgical seasons. The new american bible readings, which are used at mass in the united states, are available in the universalis apps, programs and downloads. Sunday reflection is a regular feature, looking at the specific readings used in todays mass in catholic parishes around the world. Catholic daily reflections readings and meditations for. In todays gospel jesus teaches that salvation is granted to those who do gods will. The first reading speaks of the free will god has given men to keep the commandments or disobey them, to trust in god or reject him, to choose life or death, to choose good or evil, and to act justly or unjustly. Catholic daily reflections todays gospel meditation for.
This weeks reflection was written by rachel mccarthy, who works in cafods theology programme. We are home to a diverse, yet tightly knit, catholic community, including a special apostolate for area. This entry was posted in gospel of matthew, gospel reflection, liturgy resources, prayer resources, scripture, year a and tagged donal neary sj, feast of christ the king year a november 25th 2017, gospel reflection, jesus, matthew 25. Sunday, february 12, 2017 questions for reflectiondiscussion by catholic men. At first it seems a little cold of course god loves and knows your grandchildren. This month shall stand at the head of your calendar. The meditations reflection on the gospel parable tells. Reflection february 12 2017 catholic charismatic renewal. The gospel observer november 12, 2017 november 22, 2017 november 24, 2017 tom edwards. Gospel reflection for december 10, 2017, 2nd sunday of advent. Reflection november 5 2017 catholic charismatic renewal. You can also view this page with the gospel in greek and english. Time year c, november 3, 2019salvation has come to this home today. I pray you will enjoy this tool for understanding, growth and obedience in the gospel of jesus christ.