#psalm 96:13

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Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad;  Let the sea resound, and all that is in it.  Let the fields be jubilant, and everything in them;  Let all the trees of the forest sing for joy.  Let all creation rejoice before the LORD, for he comes,  He comes to judge the earth.  He will judge the world in righteousness  And the peoples in his faithfulness. 

- Psalm 96:11-13 NIV (2011)

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Trees of the Wood Rejoice

Psalm 96:11-13. Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad; let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof. Let the field be joyful, and all that is therein: then shall all the trees of the wood rejoice Before the LORD: for He cometh, for He cometh to judge the earth: He shall judge the world with righteousness, and the people with His truth. This psalm is a continuation of the them in…

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11 Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad;     let the sea resound, and all that is in it. 12 Let the fields be jubilant, and everything in them;     let all the trees of the forest sing for joy. 13 Let all creation rejoice before the Lord, for he comes,     he comes to judge the earth. He will judge the world in righteousness     and the peoples in his faithfulness.

--Psalm 96: 11-13

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Blessed Be His Glorious Name

And blessed is his glorious name for ever, even for ever and ever: and all the earth shall be filled with his glory. So be it, so be it. — Psalm 72:19 (71:19) | Brenton's Septuagint Translation (BST) The English translation of The Septuagint by Sir Lancelot Charles Lee Brenton (1851) Cross References: Numbers 14:21; 2 Samuel 7:26; Nehemiah 9:5; Psalm 41:13; Psalm 72:20; Psalm 89:52; Psalm 96:8

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27th August >> Mass Readings (USA)

Saint Monica 

on

Tuesday, Twenty First Week in Ordinary Time.

Tuesday, Twenty First Week in Ordinary Time.

(Liturgical Colour: White. Year: B(II))

(Readings for the feria (Tuesday))

(There is a choice today between the readings for the ferial day (Tuesday) and those for the memorial. The ferial readings are recommended unless pastoral reasons suggest otherwise)

First Reading 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3a, 14-17 Hold fast to the traditions that you were taught.

We ask you, brothers and sisters, with regard to the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and our assembling with him, not to be shaken out of your minds suddenly, or to be alarmed either by a “spirit,” or by an oral statement, or by a letter allegedly from us to the effect that the day of the Lord is at hand. Let no one deceive you in any way. To this end he has also called you through our Gospel to possess the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, brothers and sisters, stand firm and hold fast to the traditions that you were taught, either by an oral statement or by a letter of ours. May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who has loved us and given us everlasting encouragement and good hope through his grace, encourage your hearts and strengthen them in every good deed and word.

The Word of the Lord

R/ Thanks be to God.

Responsorial Psalm Psalm 96:10, 11-12, 13

R/ The Lord comes to judge the earth.

Say among the nations: The LORD is king. He has made the world firm, not to be moved; he governs the peoples with equity.

R/ The Lord comes to judge the earth.

Let the heavens be glad and the earth rejoice; let the sea and what fills it resound; let the plains be joyful and all that is in them! Then shall all the trees of the forest exult.

R/ The Lord comes to judge the earth.

Before the LORD, for he comes; for he comes to rule the earth. He shall rule the world with justice and the peoples with his constancy.

R/ The Lord comes to judge the earth.

Gospel Acclamation Hebrews 4:12

Alleluia, alleluia. The word of God is living and effective, able to discern reflections and thoughts of the heart. Alleluia, alleluia.

Gospel Matthew 23:23-26 But these you should have done, without neglecting the others.

Jesus said: “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites. You pay tithes of mint and dill and cummin, and have neglected the weightier things of the law: judgment and mercy and fidelity. But these you should have done, without neglecting the others. Blind guides, who strain out the gnat and swallow the camel! “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites. You cleanse the outside of cup and dish, but inside they are full of plunder and self-indulgence. Blind Pharisee, cleanse first the inside of the cup, so that the outside also may be clean.”

The Gospel of the Lord

R/ Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

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Saint Monica 

(Liturgical Colour: White. Year: B(II))

(Readings for the memorial)

(There is a choice today between the readings for the ferial day (Tuesday) and those for the memorial. The ferial readings are recommended unless pastoral reasons suggest otherwise)

First Reading Sirach 26:1-4, 13-16 Like the sun rising in the Lord’s heavens, the beauty of a virtuous wife is the radiance of her home.

Blessed the husband of a good wife, twice-lengthened are his days; A worthy wife brings joy to her husband, peaceful and full is his life. A good wife is a generous gift bestowed upon him who fears the LORD; Be he rich or poor, his heart is content, and a smile is ever on his face.

A gracious wife delights her husband, her thoughtfulness puts flesh on his bones; A gift from the LORD is her governed speech, and her firm virtue is of surpassing worth. Choicest of blessings is a modest wife, priceless her chaste soul. A holy and decent woman adds grace upon grace; indeed, no price is worthy of her temperate soul. Like the sun rising in the LORD’s heavens, the beauty of a virtuous wife is the radiance of her home.

The Word of the Lord

R/ Thanks be to God.

Responsorial Psalm Psalm 131:1bcde, 2, 3

R/ In you, Lord, I have found my peace.

O LORD, my heart is not proud, nor are my eyes haughty; I busy not myself with great things, nor with things too sublime for me.

R/ In you, Lord, I have found my peace.

Nay rather, I have stilled and quieted my soul like a weaned child. Like a weaned child on its mother’s lap, so is my soul within me.

R/ In you, Lord, I have found my peace.

O Israel, hope in the LORD, both now and forever.

R/ In you, Lord, I have found my peace.

Gospel Acclamation John 8:12

Alleluia, alleluia. I am the light of the world, says the Lord; whoever follows me will have the light of life. Alleluia, alleluia.

Gospel Luke 7:11-17 She bore me in the arms of her prayer, that you might say to the son of the widow: Young man, I say to you, arise (Saint Augustine, Confessions, book 6, no. 2).

Jesus journeyed to a city called Nain, and his disciples and a large crowd accompanied him. As he drew near to the gate of the city, a man who had died was being carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow. A large crowd from the city was with her. When the Lord saw her, he was moved with pity for her and said to her, “Do not weep.” He stepped forward and touched the coffin; at this the bearers halted, and he said, “Young man, I tell you, arise!” The dead man sat up and began to speak, and Jesus gave him to his mother. Fear seized them all, and they glorified God, exclaiming, “A great prophet has arisen in our midst,” and “God has visited his people.” This report about him spread through the whole of Judea and in all the surrounding region.

The Gospel of the Lord

R/ Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

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Psalms chapter 96

1 O sing unto the LORD a new song: sing unto the LORD, all the earth.

2 Sing unto the LORD, bless his name; shew forth his salvation from day to day.

3 Declare his glory among the heathen, his wonders among all people.

4 For the LORD is great, and greatly to be praised: he is to be feared above all gods.

5 For all the gods of the nations are idols: but the LORD made the heavens.

6 Honour and majesty are before him: strength and beauty are in his sanctuary.

7 Give unto the LORD, O ye kindreds of the people, give unto the LORD glory and strength.

8 Give unto the LORD the glory due unto his name: bring an offering, and come into his courts.

9 O worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness: fear before him, all the earth.

10 Say among the heathen that the LORD reigneth: the world also shall be established that it shall not be moved: he shall judge the people righteously.

11 Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad; let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof.

12 Let the field be joyful, and all that is therein: then shall all the trees of the wood rejoice

13 Before the LORD: for he cometh, for he cometh to judge the earth: he shall judge the world with righteousness, and the people with his truth.

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Then shall all the trees of the forest sing for joy before the LORD; for he is coming, for he is coming to judge the earth. ~Psalm 96:12-13

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August 20, 2023

August 20, 2023

Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Isaiah 56: 1, 6-7

God’s words in Isaiah convey an outreach to all people including, foreigners.

Psalm 67

The Psalmists shares the same inclusive message from God.

Romans 11: 13-15, 29-32

Paul demonstrates inclusivity as he writes to the Romans.

Matthew 15: 23-28

Jesus eventually choses an inclusive gesture.

Any one of us who knew our immigrant grandparents can tell stories of the hard times they faced when they emigrated to this nation.  Prejudice existed based on their nationality and culture, and often surfaced because of their religious beliefs.  Roman Catholics faced such problems in the 19th century.  People often find it difficult to accept differences in culture, food, and customs.  Some believe their way is a superior one and others may have fear replacement or scarcity of resources when claims for help are being addressed.  Many of us can attest to this reality when we look at the numbers of cultural churches that were established in our community. They assisted folks in their transition to this nation’s culture. Inclusivity and the embrace of the “other” is a human issue.  And our Scripture readings this weekend address the same thing.

Long before the birth of Christ, the ancient Prophet Isaiah realized that the “Lord would bring foreigners who will join themselves to the Lord.”  The religious leaders did expect the foreigners to abide by the Jewish laws and customs but the acceptance of the “other” into the community is remarkable.

In the Letter to the Romans, Paul appears to have already accepted the “others,” the Gentiles, into the Christian community.  At the same time Paul reaffirms Israel’s special place in the eyes of God. He writes, “For the gifts and the call of God are irrevocable.”

Perhaps Paul is aware of the story Matthew shares with us today when Jesus tells the Canaanite woman requesting his help, “I was sent to only to the lost sheep of Israel.”  But her persistence on behalf of her daughter eventually has Jesus saying to her, “O woman great is your faith” and her daughter was healed.

Let us turn to a recent book by Amy-Jill Levine, a Jewish scholar who teaches the New Testament.  Her credentials help us explore the relationship between Jesus, Jews, and non-Jews as we experience them in this Gospel.  Just as an aside, when one finishes Matthew’s Gospel, we find Jesus commissioning the disciples to go out to all the nations.  Matthew now expresses a more inclusive message.  This reality causes me to remember a statement in Luke.  Jesus, after being lost in the Temple, returns home and Luke tells us that “…Jesus increased in wisdom and in years.”  Perhaps this reality was at play in this Gospel.  But during his ministry it seems Jesus is coming to grips with his ministry that is reaching more people and is expanding his horizons.

Levine in her book, “The Difficult Words of Jesus” shares that, “…thinking the Messianic age was beginning they (Jesus’ apostles) would not have the time to get to the Gentiles if they were to go to their own people first.” (79)  But Jesus could also look back into the Jew’s sacred scriptures and find examples of the prophets assisting non-Jews. 

But it is the woman, who in my mind, is a deciding factor in this story.  She understands the differences between the two cultures, and even after what looks like an insult, she presses on.  Levine writes, “She is the model for anyone, seeking aid for a child, who is told: you don’t have the right papers; you don’t have insurance; you don’t have money.” (96)

“Woman great is your faith! Let it be done for you as you wish.”  Jesus is a model for all of us as he steps outside his comfort zone and realizes the goodness and faith of the “other.”  “He grew in age and wisdom.”  May this Gospel story enlighten us to see the faith, the goodness, and the beauty in those so many call the “others.” 

Levine writes, “…Matthew recognizes that both Jewish and Gentile identities are important, and it gives us the model of not just recognizing, but even celebrating various forms of difference in our own settings.” (98)

Wouldn’t you love to meet this courageous fearless women who serves as a model for all of us?

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SCRIPTURE READINGS (DSR) 📚 Group, Tue Nov 26th, 2024 ... Tuesday of The Thirty-fourth Week in Ordinary Time, Year B

Reading 1

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RV 14:14-19

I, John, looked and there was a white cloud,

and sitting on the cloud one who looked like a son of man,

with a gold crown on his head and a sharp sickle in his hand.

Another angel came out of the temple,

crying out in a loud voice to the one sitting on the cloud,

“Use your sickle and reap the harvest,

for the time to reap has come,

because the earth’s harvest is fully ripe.”

So the one who was sitting on the cloud swung his sickle over the earth,

and the earth was harvested.

Then another angel came out of the temple in heaven

who also had a sharp sickle.

Then another angel came from the altar, who was in charge of the fire,

and cried out in a loud voice

to the one who had the sharp sickle,

“Use your sharp sickle and cut the clusters from the earth’s vines,

for its grapes are ripe.”

So the angel swung his sickle over the earth and cut the earth’s vintage.

He threw it into the great wine press of God’s fury.

 

Responsorial Psalm

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96:10, 11-12, 13

R. (13b) The Lord comes to judge the earth.

Say among the nations: The LORD is king.

He has made the world firm, not to be moved;

he governs the peoples with equity.

R. The Lord comes to judge the earth.

Let the heavens be glad and the earth rejoice;

let the sea and what fills it resound;

let the plains be joyful and all that is in them!

Then shall all the trees of the forest exult.

R. The Lord comes to judge the earth.

Before the LORD, for he comes;

for he comes to rule the earth.

He shall rule the world with justice 

and the peoples with his constancy.

R. The Lord comes to judge the earth.

 

Alleluia

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RV 2:10C

R. Alleluia, alleluia.

Remain faithful until death,

and I will give you the crown of life.

R. Alleluia, alleluia.

Gospel

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LK 21:5-11

While some people were speaking about

how the temple was adorned with costly stones and votive offerings,

Jesus said, “All that you see here–

the days will come when there will not be left

a stone upon another stone that will not be thrown down.”

Then they asked him,

“Teacher, when will this happen?

And what sign will there be when all these things are about to happen?” 

He answered,

“See that you not be deceived,

for many will come in my name, saying,

‘I am he,’ and ‘The time has come.’ 

Do not follow them! 

When you hear of wars and insurrections,

do not be terrified; for such things must happen first,

but it will not immediately be the end.” 

Then he said to them,

“Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. 

There will be powerful earthquakes, famines, and plagues

from place to place;

and awesome sights and mighty signs will come from the sky.”  

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FOCUS AND LITURGY OF THE WORD

Today’s reading from Luke’s gospel could have been taken from current news – local, national or international.  Hundreds of thousands of men, women and children are barely surviving in the midst of international wars, civil uprisings, genocides, earthquakes, fires, floods, famines and plagues.  The plight of so many is inconceivable. Some days worldwide there appears to be little regard for the hungry, homeless, widows, children, orphans and migrants. Many would rather fight than forgive; take up arms than to give alms. Are these days “end times”?  At times, it may feel that way.  Hope, faith and trust in God are being shaken by fear, greed, hate and discontent. Yet, in the darkness there is the light of compassion. 

There is more, much more. Those words can be unsettling, disconcerting, but let’s listen to what Jesus says: “Do not be afraid” “Come follow Me”, “I am the way, the truth and the life” “Come to Me all of you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest”.  The beautiful encouraging words in the Beatitudes: “Blessed are you – individually and as a community. Those who bring words and gestures of compassion as well as the tangibles of food, shelter and medicine. We are a blessed community – all of us.  All the “we’s” and the “them’s”.  We may speak and hear words of spiteful condemnation. However, Jesus speaks only words loving encouragement to each one of us.  Our God, our Creator and Redeemer of all, has built his tent among us, walks with us and will abide with us always. 

Alleluia, alleluia,

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SAINT OF THE DAY

Saint Columban

(543 – November 21, 615)

Saint Columban’s Story

Columban (Columbanus) was the greatest of the Irish missionaries who worked on the European continent. As a young man who was greatly tormented by temptations of the flesh, he sought the advice of a religious woman who had lived a hermit’s life for years. He saw in her answer a call to leave the world. He went first to a monk on an island in Lough Erne, then to the great monastic seat of learning at Bangor.

After many years of seclusion and prayer, he traveled to Gaul with 12 companion missionaries. They won wide respect for the rigor of their discipline, their preaching, and their commitment to charity and religious life in a time characterized by clerical laxity and civil strife. Columban established several monasteries in Europe which became centers of religion and culture. His writings include a treatise on penance and against Arianism, sermons, poetry, and his monastic rule.

Like all saints, he met opposition. Ultimately he had to appeal to the pope against complaints of Frankish bishops, for vindication of his orthodoxy and approval of Irish customs. He reproved the king for his licentious life, insisting that he marry. Since this threatened the power of the queen mother, Columban was deported back to Ireland. His ship ran aground in a storm, and he continued his work in Europe, ultimately arriving in Italy, where he found favor with the king of the Lombards. In his last years he established the famous monastery of Bobbio, where he died. Saint Columban’s liturgical feast is celebrated on November 23.

Reflection

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Now that public sexual license is becoming extreme, we need the Church’s memory of a young man as concerned about chastity as Columban. And now that the comfort-captured Western world stands in tragic contrast to starving millions, we need the challenge to austerity and discipline of a group of Irish monks. They were too strict, we say; they went too far. How far shall we go?

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Tuesday of the Thirty-fourth Week in Ordinary Time

Readings of Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Reading 1

RV 14:14-19

I, John, looked and there was a white cloud, and sitting on the cloud one who looked like a son of man, with a gold crown on his head and a sharp sickle in his hand. Another angel came out of the temple, crying out in a loud voice to the one sitting on the cloud, "Use your sickle and reap the harvest, for the time to reap has come, because the earth's harvest is fully ripe." So the one who was sitting on the cloud swung his sickle over the earth, and the earth was harvested. Then another angel came out of the temple in heaven who also had a sharp sickle. Then another angel came from the altar, who was in charge of the fire, and cried out in a loud voice to the one who had the sharp sickle, "Use your sharp sickle and cut the clusters from the earth's vines, for its grapes are ripe." So the angel swung his sickle over the earth and cut the earth's vintage. He threw it into the great wine press of God's fury.

Responsorial Psalm

PS 96:10, 11-12, 13

R./ The Lord comes to judge the earth.

Say among the nations: The LORD is king. He has made the world firm, not to be moved; he governs the peoples with equity. R./ The Lord comes to judge the earth.

Let the heavens be glad and the earth rejoice; let the sea and what fills it resound; let the plains be joyful and all that is in them! Then shall all the trees of the forest exult. R./ The Lord comes to judge the earth.

Before the LORD, for he comes; for he comes to rule the earth. He shall rule the world with justice  and the peoples with his constancy. R./ The Lord comes to judge the earth.

Gospel

LK 21:5-11

While some people were speaking about how the temple was adorned with costly stones and votive offerings, Jesus said, "All that you see here– the days will come when there will not be left a stone upon another stone that will not be thrown down." Then they asked him, "Teacher, when will this happen? And what sign will there be when all these things are about to happen?"  He answered, "See that you not be deceived, for many will come in my name, saying, 'I am he,' and 'The time has come.'  Do not follow them!  When you hear of wars and insurrections, do not be terrified; for such things must happen first, but it will not immediately be the end."  Then he said to them, "Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom.  There will be powerful earthquakes, famines, and plagues from place to place; and awesome sights and mighty signs will come from the sky."

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Seeing Jesus in the Forgotten

Have you ever read a passage of scripture and felt like it was reaching out to shake your very soul? That’s what Psalm 95:1—96:13 does to me. It’s a bold, unrelenting call to worship—a reminder that everything in creation gives glory to God, from the highest mountains to the depths of the seas. But here’s the twist: worship isn’t just about singing a song or offering a prayer. It’s about…

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Charles Spurgeon's "Morning & Evening" Devotional for October 25

Morning

“Declare His glory among the heathen.”

Psalms 96

The spread of the gospel among men of all nations had been the theme of sacred song in the days of the psalmist. We shall read two of the psalms which refer thereto.

Psalms 96:1

Not Israel only, as in the olden times, but all mankind.

Psalms 96:2 , Psalms 96:3

This was the business of Pentecost, and is the duty of all the saints at all times.

Psalms 96:5

idols or nothings

Psalms 96:8

Prayers and praises are to be presented by all mankind; the sacrifice of Jesus has ended all other offerings.

Psalms 96:11-13

The reign of Jesus ends oppression, war, and crime, hence it is the cause of joy to all mankind.

Psalms 97

Psalms 97:2

Our Lord’s birth was obscure, and his doctrine was to the world’s judgment mysterious as though wrapt in cloud; yet is it perfect holiness.

Psalms 97:3

The fire of his Spirit destroyed idols and false philosophies.

Psalms 97:4

The truth lit up the nations, and amazed all people.

Psalms 97:5

All difficulties vanished, all enemies were subdued, the gospel triumphed over all.

Psalms 97:6

Under the whole heaven the gospel was published: it was as well known as if written across the skies.

Psalms 97:11

Glad times are in store for us, the seed which shall produce them is already sown and will soon yield its harvest.

Psalms 97:12

Joy is the privilege and the duty of a Christian, and he cannot have too much of it if it be of the right kind. Never let us give way to repining, rather let our holy cheerfulness cause others to inquire, “Whence comes their happiness?”

All that remains for me

Is but to love and sing,

And wait until the angels come

To bear me to the King.

Evening

“God hath given him a name which is above every name.”

Acts 3:1-21

Acts 3:1-3

They were interrupted on their way to their devotions, but it was a blessed interruption, for in the end they themselves were able to worship all the more fervently, and another was added to the number of those who praised the Lord. May we have grace to turn every incident we meet with to good account for promoting the glory of God. A beggar’s cry would not annoy us if we were looking out for opportunities of doing good.

Acts 3:6

Oh, the power of that name! If we did but believe in it as Peter did, we also should bless poor sinners, and be enriched ourselves with something better than silver and gold.

Acts 3:8

His joy was too great for him to go at an ordinary pace. When souls are healed by grace they overflow with enthusiasm. If we remembered our obligations to the Lord Jesus for making us whole, we also should often tread his courts with rapture, and feel as if we must dance for joy.

Acts 3:13

He points them away from himself and John to the Lord Jesus. This is very different from those Popish priests who bid us look to saints, and even urge us to seek blessings from their poor sinful selves.

Acts 3:14 , Acts 3:15

He charges them with their sin. As the sharp needle makes way for the silken thread, so does conviction of sin prepare men for the glorious gospel.

Acts 3:16-18

See how he woos them, as a mother does her child, and interprets their wicked conduct as kindly as he can.

Acts 3:21

Jesus will come again to restore this fallen earth; till then he reigns above.

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Answered Prayer for Deliverance from Adversaries

To the Chief Musician. With stringed instruments. A Contemplation of David when the Ziphites went and said to Saul, “Is David not hiding with us?”

1 Save me, O God, by Your name, And vindicate me by Your strength. 2 Hear my prayer, O God; Give ear to the words of my mouth. 3 For strangers have risen up against me, And oppressors have sought after my life; They have not set God before them. Selah 4 Behold, God is my helper; The Lord is with those who uphold my life. 5 He will repay my enemies for their evil. Cut them off in Your truth. 6 I will freely sacrifice to You; I will praise Your name, O Lord, for it is good. 7 For He has delivered me out of all trouble; And my eye has seen its desire upon my enemies. — Psalm 54 | New King James Version (NKJV) The Holy Bible; New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. All rights reserved. Cross References: Numbers 15:3; 1 Samuel 20:1; 1 Samuel 23:19; 1 Samuel 25:29; 1 Samuel 26:1; Psalm 5:1; Psalm 17:6; Psalm 30:10; Psalm 37:17; Psalm 50:14; Psalm 92:11; Psalm 96:13; Psalm 143:12; Jeremiah 20:12

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26th August >> Mass Readings (USA)

Monday, Twenty First Week in Ordinary Time 

(Liturgical Colour: Green. Year: B(II))

First Reading 2 Thessalonians 1:1-5, 11-12 May the name of our Lord Jesus be glorified in you and you in him.

Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy to the Church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. We ought to thank God always for you, brothers and sisters, as is fitting, because your faith flourishes ever more, and the love of every one of you for one another grows ever greater. Accordingly, we ourselves boast of you in the churches of God regarding your endurance and faith in all your persecutions and the afflictions you endure. This is evidence of the just judgment of God, so that you may be considered worthy of the Kingdom of God for which you are suffering. We always pray for you, that our God may make you worthy of his calling and powerfully bring to fulfillment every good purpose and every effort of faith, that the name of our Lord Jesus may be glorified in you, and you in him, in accord with the grace of our God and Lord Jesus Christ.

The Word of the Lord

R/ Thanks be to God.

Responsorial Psalm Psalm 96:1-2a, 2b-3, 4-5

R/ Proclaim God’s marvelous deeds to all the nations.

Sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all you lands. Sing to the LORD; bless his name.

R/ Proclaim God’s marvelous deeds to all the nations.

Announce his salvation, day after day. Tell his glory among the nations; among all peoples, his wondrous deeds.

R/ Proclaim God’s marvelous deeds to all the nations.

For great is the LORD and highly to be praised; awesome is he, beyond all gods. For all the gods of the nations are things of nought, but the LORD made the heavens.

R/ Proclaim God’s marvelous deeds to all the nations.

Gospel Acclamation John 10:27

Alleluia, alleluia. My sheep hear my voice, says the Lord; I know them, and they follow me. Alleluia, alleluia.

Gospel Matthew 23:13-22 Woe to you, blind guides.

Jesus said to the crowds and to his disciples: “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites. You lock the Kingdom of heaven before men. You do not enter yourselves, nor do you allow entrance to those trying to enter. “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites. You traverse sea and land to make one convert, and when that happens you make him a child of Gehenna twice as much as yourselves. “Woe to you, blind guides, who say, ‘If one swears by the temple, it means nothing, but if one swears by the gold of the temple, one is obligated.’ Blind fools, which is greater, the gold, or the temple that made the gold sacred? And you say, ‘If one swears by the altar, it means nothing, but if one swears by the gift on the altar, one is obligated.’ You blind ones, which is greater, the gift, or the altar that makes the gift sacred? One who swears by the altar swears by it and all that is upon it; one who swears by the temple swears by it and by him who dwells in it; one who swears by heaven swears by the throne of God and by him who is seated on it.”

The Gospel of the Lord

R/ Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

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Revelation 4:11 “Worthy are you, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they existed and were created.”

Psalm 96:4 For great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised; he is to be feared above all gods.

2 Samuel 22:4I call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised, and I am saved from my enemies.

Psalm 150:6 Let everything that has breath praise the Lord! Praise the Lord!

Hebrews 13:15 Through him then let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name.

Psalm 148:1-14 Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord from the heavens; praise him in the heights! Praise him, all his angels; praise him, all his hosts! Praise him, sun and moon, praise him, all you shining stars! Praise him, you highest heavens, and you waters above the heavens! Let them praise the name of the Lord! For he commanded and they were created.

There are not enough words or time to express the praise that You deserve.Worthy, You are worthy of all praise.

To Da, Abba, To Da

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He will judge...the peoples with his truth. ~Psalm 96:13