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Luke 9:28b-36Jesus took Peter, John, and Jamesand went up the mountain to pray.While he was praying his face changed in appearanceand his clothing became dazzling white.And behold, two men were conversing with him, Moses and Elijah,who appeared in glory and spoke of his exodusthat he was going to accomplish in Jerusalem.Peter and his companions had been overcome by sleep,but becoming fully awake,they saw his glory and the two men standing with him.As they were about to part from him, Peter said to Jesus,“Master, it is good that we are here;let us make three tents,one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”But he did not know what he was saying.While he was still speaking,a cloud came and cast a shadow over them,and they became frightened when they entered the cloud.Then from the cloud came a voice that said,“This is my chosen Son; listen to him.”After the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone.They fell silent and did not at that timetell anyone what they had seen.
Luke 9:28b-36Jesus took Peter, John, and Jamesand went up the mountain to pray.While he was praying his face changed in appearanceand his clothing became dazzling white.And behold, two men were conversing with him, Moses and Elijah,who appeared in glory and spoke of his exodusthat he was going to accomplish in Jerusalem.Peter and his companions had been overcome by sleep,but becoming fully awake,they saw his glory and the two men standing with him.As they were about to part from him, Peter said to Jesus,“Master, it is good that we are here;let us make three tents,one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”But he did not know what he was saying.While he was still speaking,a cloud came and cast a shadow over them,and they became frightened when they entered the cloud.Then from the cloud came a voice that said,“This is my chosen Son; listen to him.”After the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone.They fell silent and did not at that timetell anyone what they had seen.
Luke 9:28b-36Jesus took Peter, John, and Jamesand went up the mountain to pray.While he was praying his face changed in appearanceand his clothing became dazzling white.And behold, two men were conversing with him, Moses and Elijah,who appeared in glory and spoke of his exodusthat he was going to accomplish in Jerusalem.Peter and his companions had been overcome by sleep,but becoming fully awake,they saw his glory and the two men standing with him.As they were about to part from him, Peter said to Jesus,“Master, it is good that we are here;let us make three tents,one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”But he did not know what he was saying.While he was still speaking,a cloud came and cast a shadow over them,and they became frightened when they entered the cloud.Then from the cloud came a voice that said,“This is my chosen Son; listen to him.”After the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone.They fell silent and did not at that timetell anyone what they had seen.
Luke 9:28b-36Jesus took Peter, John, and Jamesand went up the mountain to pray.While he was praying his face changed in appearanceand his clothing became dazzling white.And behold, two men were conversing with him, Moses and Elijah,who appeared in glory and spoke of his exodusthat he was going to accomplish in Jerusalem.Peter and his companions had been overcome by sleep,but becoming fully awake,they saw his glory and the two men standing with him.As they were about to part from him, Peter said to Jesus,“Master, it is good that we are here;let us make three tents,one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”But he did not know what he was saying.While he was still speaking,a cloud came and cast a shadow over them,and they became frightened when they entered the cloud.Then from the cloud came a voice that said,“This is my chosen Son; listen to him.”After the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone.They fell silent and did not at that timetell anyone what they had seen.
Homily by Father Peter Zwaans - Mount Gambier Catholic ParishGospel Luke 9:28-36Jesus took with him Peter and John and James and went up the mountain to pray. As he prayed, the aspect of his face was changed, and his clothing became brilliant as lightning. Suddenly there were two men there talking to him; they were Moses and Elijah appearing in glory, and they were speaking of his passing which he was to accomplish in Jerusalem. Peter and his companions were heavy with sleep, but they kept awake and saw his glory and the two men standing with him. As these were leaving him, Peter said to Jesus, ‘Master, it is wonderful for us to be here; so, let us make three tents, one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.' – He did not know what he was saying. As he spoke, a cloud came and covered them with shadow; and when they went into the cloud the disciples were afraid. And a voice came from the cloud saying, ‘This is my Son, the Chosen One. Listen to him.' And after the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone. The disciples kept silence and, at that time, told no one what they had seen.The Gospel of the Lord.R/ Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.
Reading IGenesis 15:5-12, 17-18The Lord God took Abram outside and said,“Look up at the sky and count the stars, if you can.Just so,” he added, “shall your descendants be.”Abram put his faith in the LORD,who credited it to him as an act of righteousness.He then said to him,“I am the LORD who brought you from Ur of the Chaldeansto give you this land as a possession.”“O Lord GOD,” he asked,“how am I to know that I shall possess it?”He answered him,“Bring me a three-year-old heifer, a three-year-old she-goat,a three-year-old ram, a turtledove, and a young pigeon.”Abram brought him all these, split them in two,and placed each half opposite the other;but the birds he did not cut up.Birds of prey swooped down on the carcasses,but Abram stayed with them.As the sun was about to set, a trance fell upon Abram,and a deep, terrifying darkness enveloped him.When the sun had set and it was dark,there appeared a smoking fire pot and a flaming torch,which passed between those pieces.It was on that occasion that the LORD made a covenant with Abram,saying: “To your descendants I give this land,from the Wadi of Egypt to the Great River, the Euphrates.”Reading IIPhilippians 3:17—4:1 Join with others in being imitators of me, brothers and sisters,and observe those who thus conduct themselvesaccording to the model you have in us.For many, as I have often told youand now tell you even in tears,conduct themselves as enemies of the cross of Christ.Their end is destruction.Their God is their stomach;their glory is in their “shame.”Their minds are occupied with earthly things.But our citizenship is in heaven,and from it we also await a savior, the Lord Jesus Christ.He will change our lowly bodyto conform with his glorified bodyby the power that enables him alsoto bring all things into subjection to himself.Therefore, my brothers and sisters,whom I love and long for, my joy and crown,in this way stand firm in the Lord.GospelLuke 9:28b-36Jesus took Peter, John, and Jamesand went up the mountain to pray.While he was praying his face changed in appearanceand his clothing became dazzling white.And behold, two men were conversing with him, Moses and Elijah,who appeared in glory and spoke of his exodusthat he was going to accomplish in Jerusalem.Peter and his companions had been overcome by sleep,but becoming fully awake,they saw his glory and the two men standing with him.As they were about to part from him, Peter said to Jesus,“Master, it is good that we are here;let us make three tents,one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”But he did not know what he was saying.While he was still speaking,a cloud came and cast a shadow over them,and they became frightened when they entered the cloud.Then from the cloud came a voice that said,“This is my chosen Son; listen to him.”After the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone.They fell silent and did not at that timetell anyone what they had seen.
Jeremiah 33:14-161 Thessalonians 3:9-13Luke 21:25-36Psalm 25:1-9The CollectAlmighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.Old TestamentJeremiah 33:14-16The days are surely coming, says the Lord, when I will fulfill the promise I made to the house of Israel and the house of Judah. In those days and at that time I will cause a righteous Branch to spring up for David; and he shall execute justice and righteousness in the land. In those days Judah will be saved and Jerusalem will live in safety. And this is the name by which it will be called: "The Lord is our righteousness."The PsalmPsalm 25:1-9Ad te, Domine, levavi1 To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul;my God, I put my trust in you; *let me not be humiliated,nor let my enemies triumph over me.2 Let none who look to you be put to shame; *let the treacherous be disappointed in their schemes.3 Show me your ways, O Lord, *and teach me your paths.4 Lead me in your truth and teach me, *for you are the God of my salvation;in you have I trusted all the day long.5 Remember, O Lord, your compassion and love, *for they are from everlasting.6 Remember not the sins of my youth and my transgressions; *remember me according to your loveand for the sake of your goodness, O Lord.7 Gracious and upright is the Lord; *therefore he teaches sinners in his way.8 He guides the humble in doing right *and teaches his way to the lowly.9 All the paths of the Lord are love and faithfulness *to those who keep his covenant and his testimonies.The New Testament1 Thessalonians 3:9-13How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy that we feel before our God because of you? Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you face to face and restore whatever is lacking in your faith.Now may our God and Father himself and our Lord Jesus direct our way to you. And may the Lord make you increase and abound in love for one another and for all, just as we abound in love for you. And may he so strengthen your hearts in holiness that you may be blameless before our God and Father at the coming of our Lord Jesus with all his saints.The GospelLuke 21:25-36Jesus said, "There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on the earth distress among nations confused by the roaring of the sea and the waves. People will faint from fear and foreboding of what is coming upon the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. Then they will see 'the Son of Man coming in a cloud' with power and great glory. Now when these things begin to take place, stand up and raise your heads, because your redemption is drawing near."Then he told them a parable: "Look at the fig tree and all the trees; as soon as they sprout leaves you can see for yourselves and know that summer is already near. So also, when you see these things taking place, you know that the kingdom of God is near. Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all things have taken place. Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away.
+ Holy Gospel according to St. Luke 21: 25 – 28, 34 – 36Jesus said to his disciples:"Beware that your hearts do not become drowsy from carousing and drunkenness and the anxieties of daily life, and that day catch you by surprise like a trap. For that day will assault everyone who lives on the face of the earth. Be vigilant at all times and pray that you have the strength to escape the tribulations that are imminent and to stand before the Son of Man."The Gospel of the Lord
Our world is increasingly holiday focused, not Holy Day focused. The season of Christmas does not begin for the Church until Christmas Day. Father Jim encourages us to celebrate Advent for what it is, a time of preparation.Luke 21:25-28, 34-36Jesus said to his disciples:“There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on earth nations will be in dismay, perplexed by the roaring of the sea and the waves.People will die of fright in anticipation of what is coming upon the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken.And then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.But when these signs begin to happen, stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand.Read the full scripture passage: bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120124.cfmHeart to Heart Catholic Media MinistryEvangelize Seekers. Inspire Believers. Foster Disciples.--Join Heart to Heart: htoh.us/subscribeSupport Heart to Heart: htoh.us/donate
Last Sunday after Pentecost: Christ the King Old Testament: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 9As I watched, thrones were set in place, and an Ancient One took his throne, his clothing was white as snow, and the hair of his head like pure wool; his throne was fiery flames, and its wheels were burning fire. 10A stream of fire issued and flowed out from his presence. A thousand thousands served him, and ten thousand times ten thousand stood attending him. The court sat in judgment, and the books were opened.13As I watched in the night visions, I saw one like a human being coming with the clouds of heaven. And he came to the Ancient One and was presented before him. 14To him was given dominion and glory and kingship, that all peoples, nations, and languages should serve him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that shall not pass away, and his kingship is one that shall never be destroyed. Psalm: Psalm 93 1 The Lord is King; he has put on splendid apparel; * the Lord has put on his apparel and girded himself with strength. 2 He has made the whole world so sure * that it cannot be moved; 3 Ever since the world began, your throne has been established; * you are from everlasting. 4 The waters have lifted up, O Lord, the waters have lifted up their voice; * the waters have lifted up their pounding waves. 5 Mightier than the sound of many waters, mightier than the breakers of the sea, * mightier is the Lord who dwells on high. 6 Your testimonies are very sure, * and holiness adorns your house, O Lord, for ever and for evermore. Epistle: Revelation 1:4b-8 4Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come, and from the seven spirits who are before his throne, 5and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To him who loves us and freed us from our sins by his blood, 6and made us to be a kingdom, priests serving his God and Father, to him be glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen. 7Look! He is coming with the clouds; every eye will see him, even those who pierced him; and on his account all the tribes of the earth will wail. So it is to be. Amen. 8“I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord God, who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty. Gospel: John 18:33-37 33Then Pilate entered the headquarters again, summoned Jesus, and asked him, “Are you the King of the Jews?” 34Jesus answered, “Do you ask this on your own, or did others tell you about me?” 35Pilate replied, “I am not a Jew, am I? Your own nation and the chief priests have handed you over to me. What have you done?” 36Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not from this world. If my kingdom were from this world, my followers would be fighting to keep me from being handed over to the Jews. But as it is, my kingdom is not from here.” 37Pilate asked him, “So you are a king?” Jesus answered, “You say that I am a king. For this I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice.”
Read OnlineJesus went around to all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom, and curing every disease and illness. At the sight of the crowds, his heart was moved with pity for them because they were troubled and abandoned, like sheep without a shepherd. Matthew 9:35–36Jesus was quite zealous for souls. Zeal is an energy, a passion and a drive to accomplish some task. The task that Jesus was zealous for was the conversion of every heart that He encountered. As He walked from town to town, encountering person after person, Jesus could see into their hearts. He saw that so many people were “troubled and abandoned.” He could see they were like “sheep without a shepherd.” And this moved Him to compassion with a zeal to become their Shepherd, to remove the trouble from their hearts and to let them know they were invited to belong to His new Kingdom.The image of Jesus encountering numerous people who were troubled and abandoned is a good image to ponder. The reason is that this is us. Each one of us has our own interior troubles. We can feel alone, confused, uncertain and lost at times. The person who doesn't feel this way is either a perfect saint or is not being honest. Deep holiness and union with God does, of course, cure this interior struggle that many have. In that case, the person clearly knows they belong to the family of God, understands himself or herself as a son or daughter of God, and finds deep peace in this truth. But for those who struggle, this Scripture passage is especially for you.First of all, to be “troubled” could be caused by many things. For some, they struggle with memories of the past, broken relationships, a lack of direction, serious sin, anger and the like. So the first question to honestly ponder is whether or not you have a troubled heart. Even the greatest of saints will find some areas they struggle with. So what is that for you?Secondly, feeling “abandoned” is a heavy cross. The reason Jesus came was to enable us to belong to His family. That is accomplished by the gift of eternal salvation which must begin now. By receiving the forgiveness of sins and growing in a life of prayer, we come to know God in a very intimate and personal way. Yes, He is the Almighty God and Creator of all. But He is also deeply personal and intimate, and He wants to form a real relationship of love with you.If you struggle with either of these, being troubled and/or abandoned, then consider the zeal that Jesus has for you. His tireless and extensive travels, by foot, while He was engaging in His public ministry, should be seen as a sign to you of His zeal to come to you, personally, to become your Shepherd. He wants to lift every burden and clear the way for you to discover your place in His family. The “Gospel of the Kingdom” that Jesus preached was one that invited everyone to become a member of that Kingdom. As He comes to you, know that His heart is filled with compassion for you, just as it was when He traveled the countryside so long ago. He sees you, gazes at your heart with love, and never takes His eyes off of you in your need, weakness and sin.Reflect, today, upon the zeal that Jesus has for your own eternal salvation and holiness of life. You cannot make it through this world without Him. Let Jesus seek you out, come to you, speak to you and invite you to allow Him to shepherd you. He wants to do so with every fiber of His being; let Jesus fulfill His mission in you.My divine Shepherd, You seek out all people with the greatest of zeal and compassion. You see every hurting and broken heart, and You desire to heal each one. Thank You for coming to me, dear Lord, for being my Shepherd and Guide. Help me to see You as You gaze at me in my weakness and pain. And help me to open my heart to You now and throughout my life. I love You, my Lord. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2024 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.Featured image above: Christ Preaching (The Hundred Guilder Print) By Rembrandt, via Wikimedia Commons
Third Sunday of Easter The Collect: O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. First Lesson: Acts 3:12-19 12When Peter saw it, he addressed the people, “You Israelites, why do you wonder at this, or why do you stare at us, as though by our own power or piety we had made him walk? 13The God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, the God of our ancestors has glorified his servant Jesus, whom you handed over and rejected in the presence of Pilate, though he had decided to release him. 14But you rejected the Holy and Righteous One and asked to have a murderer given to you, 15and you killed the Author of life, whom God raised from the dead. To this we are witnesses. 16And by faith in his name, his name itself has made this man strong, whom you see and know; and the faith that is through Jesus has given him this perfect health in the presence of all of you. 17“And now, friends, I know that you acted in ignorance, as did also your rulers.18In this way God fulfilled what he had foretold through all the prophets, that his Messiah would suffer. 19Repent therefore, and turn to God so that your sins may be wiped out, Psalm: Psalm 4 1 Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; * you set me free when I am hard-pressed; have mercy on me and hear my prayer. 2 “You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; * how long will you worship dumb idols and run after false gods?” 3 Know that the Lord does wonders for the faithful; * when I call upon the Lord, he will hear me. 4 Tremble, then, and do not sin; * speak to your heart in silence upon your bed. 5 Offer the appointed sacrifices * and put your trust in the Lord. 6 Many are saying, “Oh, that we might see better times!” * Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O Lord. 7 You have put gladness in my heart, * more than when grain and wine and oil increase. 8 I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; * for only you, Lord, make me dwell in safety. Epistle: 1 John 3:1-7 1See what love the Father has given us, that we should be called children of God; and that is what we are. The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. 2Beloved, we are God's children now; what we will be has not yet been revealed. What we do know is this: when he is revealed, we will be like him, for we will see him as he is.3And all who have this hope in him purify themselves, just as he is pure. 4Everyone who commits sin is guilty of lawlessness; sin is lawlessness.5You know that he was revealed to take away sins, and in him there is no sin. 6No one who abides in him sins; no one who sins has either seen him or known him. 7Little children, let no one deceive you. Everyone who does what is right is righteous, just as he is righteous. Gospel: Luke 24:36b-48 36Jesus himself stood among them and said to them, “Peace be with you.” 37They were startled and terrified, and thought that they were seeing a ghost. 38He said to them, “Why are you frightened, and why do doubts arise in your hearts? 39Look at my hands and my feet; see that it is I myself. Touch me and see; for a ghost does not have flesh and bones as you see that I have.” 40And when he had said this, he showed them his hands and his feet. 41While in their joy they were disbelieving and still wondering, he said to them, “Have you anything here to eat?” 42They gave him a piece of broiled fish, 43and he took it and ate in their presence. 44Then he said to them, “These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you—that everything written about me in the law of Moses, the prophets, and the psalms must be fulfilled.” 45Then he opened their minds to understand the scriptures,46and he said to them, “Thus it is written, that the Messiah is to suffer and to rise from the dead on the third day, 47and that repentance and forgiveness of sins is to be proclaimed in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem. 48You are witnesses of these things.
Third Sunday of Easter The Collect: O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. First Lesson: Acts 3:12-19 12When Peter saw it, he addressed the people, “You Israelites, why do you wonder at this, or why do you stare at us, as though by our own power or piety we had made him walk? 13The God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, the God of our ancestors has glorified his servant Jesus, whom you handed over and rejected in the presence of Pilate, though he had decided to release him. 14But you rejected the Holy and Righteous One and asked to have a murderer given to you, 15and you killed the Author of life, whom God raised from the dead. To this we are witnesses. 16And by faith in his name, his name itself has made this man strong, whom you see and know; and the faith that is through Jesus has given him this perfect health in the presence of all of you. 17“And now, friends, I know that you acted in ignorance, as did also your rulers.18In this way God fulfilled what he had foretold through all the prophets, that his Messiah would suffer. 19Repent therefore, and turn to God so that your sins may be wiped out, Psalm: Psalm 4 1 Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; * you set me free when I am hard-pressed; have mercy on me and hear my prayer. 2 “You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; * how long will you worship dumb idols and run after false gods?” 3 Know that the Lord does wonders for the faithful; * when I call upon the Lord, he will hear me. 4 Tremble, then, and do not sin; * speak to your heart in silence upon your bed. 5 Offer the appointed sacrifices * and put your trust in the Lord. 6 Many are saying, “Oh, that we might see better times!” * Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O Lord. 7 You have put gladness in my heart, * more than when grain and wine and oil increase. 8 I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; * for only you, Lord, make me dwell in safety. Epistle: 1 John 3:1-7 1See what love the Father has given us, that we should be called children of God; and that is what we are. The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. 2Beloved, we are God's children now; what we will be has not yet been revealed. What we do know is this: when he is revealed, we will be like him, for we will see him as he is.3And all who have this hope in him purify themselves, just as he is pure. 4Everyone who commits sin is guilty of lawlessness; sin is lawlessness.5You know that he was revealed to take away sins, and in him there is no sin. 6No one who abides in him sins; no one who sins has either seen him or known him. 7Little children, let no one deceive you. Everyone who does what is right is righteous, just as he is righteous. Gospel: Luke 24:36b-48 36Jesus himself stood among them and said to them, “Peace be with you.” 37They were startled and terrified, and thought that they were seeing a ghost. 38He said to them, “Why are you frightened, and why do doubts arise in your hearts? 39Look at my hands and my feet; see that it is I myself. Touch me and see; for a ghost does not have flesh and bones as you see that I have.” 40And when he had said this, he showed them his hands and his feet. 41While in their joy they were disbelieving and still wondering, he said to them, “Have you anything here to eat?” 42They gave him a piece of broiled fish, 43and he took it and ate in their presence. 44Then he said to them, “These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you—that everything written about me in the law of Moses, the prophets, and the psalms must be fulfilled.” 45Then he opened their minds to understand the scriptures,46and he said to them, “Thus it is written, that the Messiah is to suffer and to rise from the dead on the third day, 47and that repentance and forgiveness of sins is to be proclaimed in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem. 48You are witnesses of these things.
Leitura do Evangelho de Jesus Cristo segundo Marcos 7,31-37 Naquele tempo, 31Jesus saiu de novo da região de Tiro, passou por Sidônia e continuou até o mar da Galiléia, atravessando a região da Decápole. 32Trouxeram então um homem surdo, que falava com dificuldade, e pediram que Jesus lhe impusesse a mão. 33Jesus afastou-se com o homem, para fora da multidão; em seguida, colocou os dedos nos seus ouvidos, cuspiu e com a saliva tocou a língua dele. 34Olhando para o céu, suspirou e disse: “Efatá!”, que quer dizer: “Abre-te!” 35Imediatamente seus ouvidos se abriram, sua língua se soltou e ele começou a falar sem dificuldade. 36Jesus recomendou com insistência que não contassem a ninguém. Mas, quanto mais ele recomendava, mais eles divulgavam. 37Muito impressionados, diziam: “Ele tem feito bem todas as coisas: Aos surdos faz ouvir e aos mudos falar”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amigocatolico/message
Leitura do Evangelho de Jesus Cristo segundo Marcos 5,21-43 Naquele tempo, 21Jesus atravessou de novo, numa barca, para outra margem. Uma numerosa multidão se reuniu junto dele, e Jesus ficou na praia. 22Aproximou-se, então, um dos chefes da sinagoga, chamado Jairo. Quando viu Jesus, caiu a seus pés, 23e pediu com insistência: “Minha filhinha está nas últimas. Vem e põe as mãos sobre ela, para que ela sare e viva!” 24Jesus então o acompanhou. Numerosa multidão o seguia e comprimia. 25Ora, achava-se ali uma mulher que, há doze anos, estava com hemorragia; 26tinha sofrido nas mãos de muitos médicos, gastou tudo o que possuía, e, em vez de melhorar, piorava cada vez mais. 27Tendo ouvido falar de Jesus, aproximou-se dele por detrás, no meio da multidão, e tocou na sua roupa. 28Ela pensava: “Se eu ao menos tocar na roupa dele, ficarei curada”. 29A hemorragia parou imediatamente, e a mulher sentiu dentro de si que estava curada da doença. 30Jesus logo percebeu que uma força tinha saído dele. E, voltando-se no meio da multidão, perguntou: “Quem tocou na minha roupa?” 31Os discípulos disseram: “Estás vendo a multidão que te comprime e ainda perguntas: “Quem me tocou”?” 32Ele, porém, olhava ao redor para ver quem havia feito aquilo. 33A mulher, cheia de medo e tremendo, percebendo o que lhe havia acontecido, veio e caiu aos pés de Jesus, e contou-lhe toda a verdade. 34Ele lhe disse: “Filha, a tua fé te curou. Vai em paz e fica curada dessa doença”. 35Ele estava ainda falando, quando chegaram alguns da casa do chefe da sinagoga, e disseram: “Tua filha morreu. Por que ainda incomodar o mestre?” 36Jesus ouviu a notícia e disse ao chefe da sinagoga: “Não tenhas medo. Basta ter fé!” 37E não deixou que ninguém o acompanhasse, a não ser Pedro, Tiago e seu irmão João. 38Quando chegaram à casa do chefe da sinagoga, Jesus viu a confusão e como estavam chorando e gritando. 39Então, ele entrou e disse: “Por que essa confusão e esse choro? A criança não morreu, mas está dormindo”. 40Começaram então a caçoar dele. Mas, ele mandou que todos saíssem, menos o pai e a mãe da menina, e os três discípulos que o acompanhavam. Depois entraram no quarto onde estava a criança. 41Jesus pegou na mão da menina e disse: “Talitá cum” - que quer dizer: “Menina, levanta-te!” 42Ela levantou-se imediatamente e começou a andar, pois tinha doze anos. E todos ficaram admirados. 43Ele recomendou com insistência que ninguém ficasse sabendo daquilo. E mandou dar de comer à menina. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amigocatolico/message
Primeira Leitura: Êxodo 33,7-11; 34,5-9.28 Leitura do livro do Êxodo – Naqueles dias, 7Moisés levantou a tenda e armou-a longe, fora do acampamento, e deu-lhe o nome de tenda da reunião. Assim, todo aquele que quisesse consultar o Senhor saía para a tenda da reunião, que estava fora do acampamento. 8Quando Moisés se dirigia para lá, o povo se levantava e ficava de pé à entrada da própria tenda, seguindo Moisés com os olhos até ele entrar. 9Logo que Moisés entrava na tenda, a coluna de nuvem baixava e ficava parada à entrada, enquanto o Senhor falava com Moisés. 10Ao ver a coluna de nuvem parada à entrada da tenda, todo o povo se levantava e cada um se prostrava à entrada da própria tenda. 11O Senhor falava com Moisés face a face, como um homem fala com seu amigo. Depois, Moisés voltava para o acampamento, mas o seu jovem ajudante, Josué, filho de Nun, não se afastava do interior da tenda. 34,5Moisés permaneceu diante de Deus, invocando o nome do Senhor. 6O Senhor passou diante de Moisés, proclamando: “O Senhor, o Senhor, Deus misericordioso e clemente, paciente, rico em bondade e fiel, 7que conserva a misericórdia por mil gerações e perdoa culpas, rebeldias e pecados, mas não deixa nada impune, pois castiga a culpa dos pais nos filhos e netos até a terceira e quarta geração!” 8Imediatamente, Moisés curvou-se até o chão 9e, prostrado por terra, disse: “Senhor, se é verdade que gozo de teu favor, peço-te, caminha conosco; embora este seja um povo de cabeça dura, perdoa nossas culpas e nossos pecados e acolhe-nos como propriedade tua”. 28Moisés esteve ali com o Senhor quarenta dias e quarenta noites, sem comer pão nem beber água, e escreveu nas tábuas as palavras da Aliança, os dez Mandamentos. – Palavra do Senhor. Salmo Responsorial: 102(103) O Senhor é indulgente, é favorável. 1. O Senhor realiza obras de justiça / e garante o direito aos oprimidos; / revelou os seus caminhos a Moisés, / e, aos filhos de Israel, seus grandes feitos. – R. 2. O Senhor é indulgente, é favorável, / é paciente, é bondoso e compassivo. / Não fica sempre repetindo as suas queixas / nem guarda eternamente o seu rancor. – R. 3. Não nos trata como exigem nossas faltas / nem nos pune em proporção às nossas culpas. / Quanto os céus por sobre a terra se elevam, / tanto é grande o seu amor aos que o temem. – R. 4. Quanto dista o nascente do poente, / tanto afasta para longe nossos crimes. / Como um pai se compadece de seus filhos, / o Senhor tem compaixão dos que o temem. – R. Evangelho: Mateus 13,36-43 Aleluia, aleluia, aleluia. A semente é de Deus a Palavra, / o Cristo é o semeador; / todo aquele que o encontra, / vida eterna encontrou. – R. Proclamação do Evangelho de Jesus Cristo segundo Mateus – Naquele tempo, 36Jesus deixou as multidões e foi para casa. Seus discípulos aproximaram-se dele e disseram: “Explica-nos a parábola do joio!” 37Jesus respondeu: “Aquele que semeia a boa semente é o Filho do Homem. 38O campo é o mundo. A boa semente são os que pertencem ao Reino. O joio são os que pertencem ao maligno. 39O inimigo que semeou o joio é o diabo. A colheita é o fim dos tempos. Os ceifadores são os anjos. 40Como o joio é recolhido e queimado ao fogo, assim também acontecerá no fim dos tempos: 41o Filho do Homem enviará os seus anjos e eles retirarão do seu Reino todos os que fazem outros pecar e os que praticam o mal; 42e depois os lançarão na fornalha de fogo. Ali haverá choro e ranger de dentes. 43Então os justos brilharão como o sol no Reino de seu Pai. Quem tem ouvidos ouça”. – Palavra da salvação.
Naquele tempo, 36Jesus deixou as multidões e foi para casa. Seus discípulos aproximaram-se dele e disseram: “Explica-nos a parábola do joio!” 37Jesus respondeu: “Aquele que semeia a boa semente é o Filho do Homem. 38O campo é o mundo. A boa semente são os que pertencem ao Reino. O joio são os que pertencem ao Maligno. 39O inimigo que semeou o joio é o diabo. A colheita é o fim dos tempos. Os ceifadores são os anjos. 40Como o joio é recolhido e queimado ao fogo, assim também acontecerá no fim dos tempos: 41O Filho do Homem enviará os seus anjos e eles retirarão do seu Reino todos os que fazem outros pecar e os que praticam o mal; 42e depois os lançarão na fornalha de fogo. Ali haverá choro e ranger de dentes. 43Então os justos brilharão como o sol no Reino de seu Pai. Quem tem ouvidos, ouça”.
01 AGO 2023 COR LITÚRGICA: BRANCO Santo Afonso Maria de Ligório - Memória | Terça-feira Evangelho (Mt 13,36-43)— Aleluia, Aleluia, Aleluia.— A semente é de Deus a palavra, Cristo é o semeador; todo aquele que o encontra, vida eterna encontrou. — Proclamação do Evangelho de Jesus Cristo + segundo Mateus.— Glória a vós, Senhor.Naquele tempo, 36Jesus deixou as multidões e foi para casa. Seus discípulos aproximaram-se dele e disseram: “Explica-nos a parábola do joio!” 37Jesus respondeu: “Aquele que semeia a boa semente é o Filho do Homem. 38O campo é o mundo. A boa semente são os que pertencem ao Reino. O joio são os que pertencem ao Maligno. 39O inimigo que semeou o joio é o diabo. A colheita é o fim dos tempos. Os ceifadores são os anjos. 40Como o joio é recolhido e queimado ao fogo, assim também acontecerá no fim dos tempos: 41O Filho do Homem enviará os seus anjos e eles retirarão do seu Reino todos os que fazem outros pecar e os que praticam o mal; 42e depois os lançarão na fornalha de fogo. Ali haverá choro e ranger de dentes. 43Então os justos brilharão como o sol no Reino de seu Pai. Quem tem ouvidos, ouça”. — Palavra da Salvação.— Glória a vós, Senhor. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pe-jose-vicente/message
Leitura do Evangelho de Jesus Cristo segundo Mateus 13,36-43 Naquele tempo, 36Jesus deixou as multidões e foi para casa. Seus discípulos aproximaram-se dele e disseram: “Explica-nos a parábola do joio!” 37Jesus respondeu: “Aquele que semeia a boa semente é o Filho do Homem. 38O campo é o mundo. A boa semente são os que pertencem ao Reino. O joio são os que pertencem ao Maligno. 39O inimigo que semeou o joio é o diabo. A colheita é o fim dos tempos. Os ceifadores são os anjos. 40Como o joio é recolhido e queimado ao fogo, assim também acontecerá no fim dos tempos: 41O Filho do Homem enviará os seus anjos e eles retirarão do seu Reino todos os que fazem outros pecar e os que praticam o mal; 42e depois os lançarão na fornalha de fogo. Ali haverá choro e ranger de dentes. 43Então os justos brilharão como o sol no Reino de seu Pai. Quem tem ouvidos, ouça”. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amigocatolico/message
Jesus went around to all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom, and curing every disease and illness. At the sight of the crowds, his heart was moved with pity for them because they were troubled and abandoned, like sheep without a shepherd. Matthew 9:35–36Jesus was quite zealous for souls. Zeal is an energy, a passion and a drive to accomplish some task. The task that Jesus was zealous for was the conversion of every heart that He encountered. As He walked from town to town, encountering person after person, Jesus could see into their hearts. He saw that so many people were “troubled and abandoned.” He could see they were like “sheep without a shepherd.” And this moved Him to compassion with a zeal to become their Shepherd, to remove the trouble from their hearts and to let them know they were invited to belong to His new Kingdom.The image of Jesus encountering numerous people who were troubled and abandoned is a good image to ponder. The reason is that this is us. Each one of us has our own interior troubles. We can feel alone, confused, uncertain and lost at times. The person who doesn't feel this way is either a perfect saint or is not being honest. Deep holiness and union with God does, of course, cure this interior struggle that many have. In that case, the person clearly knows they belong to the family of God, understands himself or herself as a son or daughter of God, and finds deep peace in this truth. But for those who struggle, this Scripture passage is especially for you.First of all, to be “troubled” could be caused by many things. For some, they struggle with memories of the past, broken relationships, a lack of direction, serious sin, anger and the like. So the first question to honestly ponder is whether or not you have a troubled heart. Even the greatest of saints will find some areas they struggle with. So what is that for you?Secondly, feeling “abandoned” is a heavy cross. The reason Jesus came was to enable us to belong to His family. That is accomplished by the gift of eternal salvation which must begin now. By receiving the forgiveness of sins and growing in a life of prayer, we come to know God in a very intimate and personal way. Yes, He is the Almighty God and Creator of all. But He is also deeply personal and intimate, and He wants to form a real relationship of love with you.If you struggle with either of these, being troubled and/or abandoned, then consider the zeal that Jesus has for you. His tireless and extensive travels, by foot, while He was engaging in His public ministry, should be seen as a sign to you of His zeal to come to you, personally, to become your Shepherd. He wants to lift every burden and clear the way for you to discover your place in His family. The “Gospel of the Kingdom” that Jesus preached was one that invited everyone to become a member of that Kingdom. As He comes to you, know that His heart is filled with compassion for you, just as it was when He traveled the countryside so long ago. He sees you, gazes at your heart with love, and never takes His eyes off of you in your need, weakness and sin.Reflect, today, upon the zeal that Jesus has for your own eternal salvation and holiness of life. You cannot make it through this world without Him. Let Jesus seek you out, come to you, speak to you and invite you to allow Him to shepherd you. He wants to do so with every fiber of His being; let Jesus fulfill His mission in you.My divine Shepherd, You seek out all people with the greatest of zeal and compassion. You see every hurting and broken heart, and You desire to heal each one. Thank You for coming to me, dear Lord, for being my Shepherd and Guide. Help me to see You as You gaze at me in my weakness and pain. And help me to open my heart to You now and throughout my life. I love You, my Lord. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2023 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.
1st Peter – Living as Sojourners & Exiles Part 1: Reborn to Obey By Louie Marsh, 6-4-2023 Obedience quotes – last one less painful. 1) As a Christian I am part of the elect by the FOREKNOWLEDGE of God. “1Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who are elect exiles of the Dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, 2according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, in the sanctification of the Spirit, for obedience to Jesus Christ and for sprinkling with his blood: May grace and peace be multiplied to you.” (1 Peter 1:1–2, ESV) · Predestination is based on FOREKNOWLEDGE. “4even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. In love 5he predestined us for adoption to himself as sons through Jesus Christ, according to the purpose of his will,” (Ephesians 1:4–5, ESV) · Why? So that I will OBEY God. 2) My hope LIVES because Jesus rose from the dead. “3Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you, 5who by God's power are being guarded through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.” (1 Peter 1:3–5, ESV) · My real inheritance is BEYOND this world. “36Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not of this world. If my kingdom were of this world, my servants would have been fighting, that I might not be delivered over to the Jews. But my kingdom is not from the world.”” (John 18:36, ESV) · It can never be DESTROYED. · God's power, not my own, KEEPS me in Christ. 3) My faith is TESTED as I go through the fire. “6In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, 7so that the tested genuineness of your faith—more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ. 8Though you have not seen him, you love him. Though you do not now see him, you believe in him and rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory,” (1 Peter 1:6–8, ESV) · My faith is based on God's Word, not SIGHT. “8Though you have not seen him, you love him. Though you do not now see him, you believe in him and rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory, 9obtaining the outcome of your faith, the salvation of your souls.” (1 Peter 1:8–9, ESV) 4) The Hebrew prophets SERVED us the Gospel. “10Concerning this salvation, the prophets who prophesied about the grace that was to be yours searched and inquired carefully, 11inquiring what person or time the Spirit of Christ in them was indicating when he predicted the sufferings of Christ and the subsequent glories. 12It was revealed to them that they were serving not themselves but you, in the things that have now been announced to you through those who preached the good news to you by the Holy Spirit sent from heaven, things into which angels long to look.” (1 Peter 1:10–12, ESV)
The Gospel of John 15-21 Part Four – Speaking Truth to Power By Louie Marsh, 5-7-2023 Intro – last week bad sermon – sorry no refunds! Last slide Sowell quote. 1) Jesus PROTECTED the disciples and suffered the consequences himself. · He REINFORCES his identity. 4Then Jesus, knowing all that would happen to him, came forward and said to them, “Whom do you seek?” 5They answered him, “Jesus of Nazareth.” Jesus said to them, “I am he.” Judas, who betrayed him, was standing with them. 6When Jesus said to them, “I am he,” they drew back and fell to the ground. · He FREES the disciples from any consequences. 7So he asked them again, “Whom do you seek?” And they said, “Jesus of Nazareth.” 8Jesus answered, “I told you that I am he. So, if you seek me, let these men go.” 9This was to fulfill the word that he had spoken: “Of those whom you gave me I have lost not one.” · He protects them from THEMSELVES. 10Then Simon Peter, having a sword, drew it and struck the high priest's servant and cut off his right ear. (The servant's name was Malchus.) 11So Jesus said to Peter, “Put your sword into its sheath; shall I not drink the cup that the Father has given me?” 12So the band of soldiers and their captain and the officers of the Jews arrested Jesus and bound him. 2) Jesus spoke PUBLICLY, he had no secret agenda. 19The high priest then questioned Jesus about his disciples and his teaching. 20Jesus answered him, “I have spoken openly to the world. I have always taught in synagogues and in the temple, where all Jews come together. I have said nothing in secret. 21Why do you ask me? Ask those who have heard me what I said to them; they know what I said.” 22When he had said these things, one of the officers standing by struck Jesus with his hand, saying, “Is that how you answer the high priest?” 23Jesus answered him, “If what I said is wrong, bear witness about the wrong; but if what I said is right, why do you strike me?” 3) Jesus clearly DEFINED who & what he is. 33So Pilate entered his headquarters again and called Jesus and said to him, “Are you the King of the Jews?” 34Jesus answered, “Do you say this of your own accord, or did others say it to you about me?” 35Pilate answered, “Am I a Jew? Your own nation and the chief priests have delivered you over to me. What have you done?” 36Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not of this world. If my kingdom were of this world, my servants would have been fighting, that I might not be delivered over to the Jews. But my kingdom is not from the world.” · Jesus Kingdom CHANGES our focus & values. 4) Jesus came to speak and defend the TRUTH. PILATE Pontius Pilate is believed to have hailed from the Samnium region of central Italy. According to the traditional account of his life, Pilate was a Roman equestrian (knight) of the Samnite clan of the Pontii (hence his name Pontius.) Pontius Pilate served as the prefect of Judaea from 26 to 36 A.D. Pilate died in 39 A.D. The cause of his death remains a mystery but the fact that he lived cannot be disputed. During a 1961 dig in Caesarea Maritima, Italian archeologist Dr. Antonio Frova uncovered a piece of limestone inscribed with Pontius Pilate's name in Latin, linking Pilate to Emperor Tiberius's reign. In 26 A.D. the Roman Emperor Tiberius appointed Pontius Pilate prefect of the Roman provinces of Judaea, Samaria and Idumæa, although Pilate is best known for his leadership of Judaea. While the typical term for a Roman prefect was one to three years, Pilate was to hold his post as the fifth Roman procurator for 10 years. In assuming his position, Pontius Pilate succeeded Valerius Gratus. Protected by Sejanus, Pilate incurred the enmity of Jews in Roman-occupied Palestine by insulting their religious sensibilities, as when he hung worship images of the emperor throughout Jerusalem and had coins bearing pagan religious symbols minted. This caused riots and eventually most of the shields bearing the Emperors likeness were taken down. But not all of them. As a Roman prefect, Pontius Pilate was granted the power of a supreme judge, which meant that he had the sole authority to order a criminal's execution. His duties as a prefect included such mundane tasks as tax collection and managing construction projects. But, perhaps his most crucial responsibility was that of maintaining law and order. Pontius Pilate attempted to do so by any means necessary. What he couldn't negotiate he is said to have accomplished through brute force. The circumstances surrounding Pontius Pilate's death in circa 39 A.D. are something of a mystery and a source of contention. The Samaritans reported Pilate to Vitellius, legate of Syria, after he attacked them on Mount Gerizim in 36 AD. He was then ordered back to Rome to stand trial for cruelty and oppression, particularly on the charge that he had executed men without proper trial. According to Eusebius' Ecclesiastical History, Pilate killed himself on orders from the emperor Caligula. Other accounts say he was sent into exile and committed suicide of his own accord. Some traditions assert that after he committed suicide, his body was thrown into the Tiber River. Still others believe Pontius Pilate's fate involved his conversion to Christianity and subsequent canonization. Pontius Pilate is in fact considered a saint by the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. According to the Biblical Archeology Society, “early Christians saw Pilate in a very different way. Augustine hailed Pilate as a convert. Eventually the Greek Orthodox and Coptic faiths, named Pilate and his wife saints. And when Pilate first shows up in Christian art in the mid-fourth century, he is juxtaposed with Abraham, Daniel and other great believers.” The ancient historian Eusebius supports this claim by saying Pilate converted after seeing the many wonders that occurred after Jesus' death, even reporting it to Tiberius. In the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church their feast day is June 25. 37Then Pilate said to him, “So you are a king?” Jesus answered, “You say that I am a king. For this purpose I was born and for this purpose I have come into the world—to bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth listens to my voice.” 38Pilate said to him, “What is truth?” After he had said this, he went back outside to the Jews and told them, “I find no guilt in him. 39But you have a custom that I should release one man for you at the Passover. So do you want me to release to you the King of the Jews?” 40They cried out again, “Not this man, but Barabbas!” Now Barabbas was a robber.” (John 18:1–40, ESV) · How badly do I want the truth?
Deliverance ministry - exposed These teaching make you mimic the Holy Spirit but never actually having the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. They teach you how to work on yourself, instead of obey God. This doctrine Puts people in a mind of works , confusion and burning out. These people believe the power of God is shown by miracles and not a holy life. This message is meant to burn people out, get them so rattled up to fight against the devil that can only be faught by Christ in the flesh. “ greater is he that's in u “ this ministry builds image in the body of Christ, because people are doing works on people and Christ is nowhere to be found. We have the ministry of reconciliation, bringing people to Jesus not anything else.Scriptures used Joel 2:32Mark 1:21-28Scriptures that disapprove Levels of deliverance, not made whole in one setting 1 Thessalonians 5:17-23this scripture shows that God sanctifies the whole body, soul and spirit of a man. God doesn't sanctify one part and leaves the other to the devil.2 Corinthians 5:17-21This scripture tears down devil being in flesh, shows us what ministry we actually have and deliverance isn't one. This shows when you become born again everything about you is new and of God. Nothing of the devil lives inside you.Can't be totally delivered from sinJohn 8:30-32to believe on Jesus is to be set free from sin because he is truth . Some of the ones that didn't believe Jesus told them plainly that they would die in their sin…..why? Because they didn't believe on the record God gave his son. Believing on him sets you free from sin. John 8:34-36Jesus is showing the power of sin, when you commit sin thats who you are slaved to. But Christ is the only one who can save the enslaved sinner and set them free. No more bondage 1 john 1:8-9believe God and the devil can live in the same temple John 8:38-44Jesus is showing the 2 very different kingdoms, light and darkness, truth and lie. Jesus is telling the religious people that he does exactly what the father tells him to do and that he speaks that what he seen with his father. And that the Pharisees speak what they seen of their father. Both of them have 2 different fathers and are being told 2 different things they will never mix. Jesus at the end says plainly you are of your father the devil and hisssss lust, God isn't in that nor does he dwell in their temple. Christ goes on the say he doesn't have the truthhhhh in him. In this same chp Christ says it's the truth that sets free…… so if he has not truth in him then how can he be in a temple that is filled with truth? It's impossible 1 john 2:21No lie is of the truth, Satan is the father of lie and he will never tell the truth 1 john 1:5-7 But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, † and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin. Support the show
Good Friday The Collect: Almighty God, we pray you graciously to behold this your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed, and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer death upon the cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Old Testament: Isaiah 52:13-53:12 13See, my servant shall prosper; he shall be exalted and lifted up, and shall be very high. 14Just as there were many who were astonished at him—so marred was his appearance, beyond human semblance, and his form beyond that of mortals— 15so he shall startle many nations; kings shall shut their mouths because of him; for that which had not been told them they shall see, and that which they had not heard they shall contemplate. 1Who has believed what we have heard? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed? 2For he grew up before him like a young plant, and like a root out of dry ground; he had no form or majesty that we should look at him, nothing in his appearance that we should desire him. 3He was despised and rejected by others; a man of suffering and acquainted with infirmity; and as one from whom others hide their faces he was despised, and we held him of no account. 4Surely he has borne our infirmities and carried our diseases; yet we accounted him stricken, struck down by God, and afflicted. 5But he was wounded for our transgressions, crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the punishment that made us whole, and by his bruises we are healed.6All we like sheep have gone astray; we have all turned to our own way, and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. 7He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he did not open his mouth; like a lamb that is led to the slaughter, and like a sheep that before its shearers is silent, so he did not open his mouth. 8By a perversion of justice he was taken away. Who could have imagined his future? For he was cut off from the land of the living, stricken for the transgression of my people. 9They made his grave with the wicked and his tomb with the rich, although he had done no violence, and there was no deceit in his mouth. 10Yet it was the will of the Lord to crush him with pain. When you make his life an offering for sin, he shall see his offspring, and shall prolong his days; through him the will of the Lord shall prosper. 11Out of his anguish he shall see light; he shall find satisfaction through his knowledge. The righteous one, my servant, shall make many righteous, and he shall bear their iniquities. 12Therefore I will allot him a portion with the great, and he shall divide the spoil with the strong; because he poured out himself to death, and was numbered with the transgressors; yet he bore the sin of many, and made intercession for the transgressors. Psalm: Psalm 22 1 My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? * and are so far from my cry and from the words of my distress? 2 O my God, I cry in the daytime, but you do not answer; * by night as well, but I find no rest. 3 Yet you are the Holy One, * enthroned upon the praises of Israel. 4 Our forefathers put their trust in you; * they trusted, and you delivered them. 5 They cried out to you and were delivered; * they trusted in you and were not put to shame. 6 But as for me, I am a worm and no man, * scorned by all and despised by the people. 7 All who see me laugh me to scorn; * they curl their lips and wag their heads, saying, 8 “He trusted in the Lord; let him deliver him; * let him rescue him, if he delights in him.” 9 Yet you are he who took me out of the womb, * and kept me safe upon my mother's breast. 10 I have been entrusted to you ever since I was born; * you were my God when I was still in my mother's womb. 11 Be not far from me, for trouble is near, * and there is none to help. 12 Many young bulls encircle me; * strong bulls of Bashan surround me. 13 They open wide their jaws at me, * like a ravening and a roaring lion. 14 I am poured out like water; all my bones are out of joint; * my heart within my breast is melting wax. 15 My mouth is dried out like a pot-sherd; my tongue sticks to the roof of my mouth; * and you have laid me in the dust of the grave. 16 Packs of dogs close me in, and gangs of evildoers circle around me; * they pierce my hands and my feet; I can count all my bones. 17 They stare and gloat over me; * they divide my garments among them; they cast lots for my clothing. 18 Be not far away, O Lord; * you are my strength; hasten to help me. 19 Save me from the sword, * my life from the power of the dog. 20 Save me from the lion's mouth, * my wretched body from the horns of wild bulls. 21 I will declare your Name to my brethren; * in the midst of the congregation I will praise you. 22 Praise the Lord, you that fear him; * stand in awe of him, O offspring of Israel; all you of Jacob's line, give glory. 23 For he does not despise nor abhor the poor in their poverty; neither does he hide his face from them; * but when they cry to him he hears them. 24 My praise is of him in the great assembly; * I will perform my vows in the presence of those who worship him. 25 The poor shall eat and be satisfied, and those who seek the Lord shall praise him: * “May your heart live for ever!” 26 All the ends of the earth shall remember and turn to the Lord, * and all the families of the nations shall bow before him. 27 For kingship belongs to the Lord; * he rules over the nations. 28 To him alone all who sleep in the earth bow down in worship; * all who go down to the dust fall before him. 29 My soul shall live for him; my descendants shall serve him; * they shall be known as the Lord's for ever. 30 They shall come and make known to a people yet unborn * the saving deeds that he has done. Epistle: Hebrews 10:16-25 or 4:14-16; 5:7-9 16“This is the covenant that I will make with them after those days, says the Lord: I will put my laws in their hearts, and I will write them on their minds,” 17he also adds, “I will remember their sins and their lawless deeds no more.” 18Where there is forgiveness of these, there is no longer any offering for sin. 19Therefore, my friends, since we have confidence to enter the sanctuary by the blood of Jesus, 20by the new and living way that he opened for us through the curtain (that is, through his flesh), 21and since we have a great priest over the house of God, 22let us approach with a true heart in full assurance of faith, with our hearts sprinkled clean from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water. 23Let us hold fast to the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who has promised is faithful. 24And let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good deeds, 25not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching. or 14Since, then, we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast to our confession. 15For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who in every respect has been tested as we are, yet without sin. 16Let us therefore approach the throne of grace with boldness, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. 7In the days of his flesh, Jesus offered up prayers and supplications, with loud cries and tears, to the one who was able to save him from death, and he was heard because of his reverent submission.8Although he was a Son, he learned obedience through what he suffered;9and having been made perfect, he became the source of eternal salvation for all who obey him, Gospel: John 18:1-19:42 1After Jesus had spoken these words, he went out with his disciples across the Kidron valley to a place where there was a garden, which he and his disciples entered. 2Now Judas, who betrayed him, also knew the place, because Jesus often met there with his disciples. 3So Judas brought a detachment of soldiers together with police from the chief priests and the Pharisees, and they came there with lanterns and torches and weapons. 4Then Jesus, knowing all that was to happen to him, came forward and asked them, “Whom are you looking for?” 5They answered, “Jesus of Nazareth.” Jesus replied, “I am he.” Judas, who betrayed him, was standing with them. 6When Jesus said to them, “I am he,” they stepped back and fell to the ground. 7Again he asked them, “Whom are you looking for?” And they said, “Jesus of Nazareth.” 8Jesus answered, “I told you that I am he. So if you are looking for me, let these men go.”9This was to fulfill the word that he had spoken, “I did not lose a single one of those whom you gave me.” 10Then Simon Peter, who had a sword, drew it, struck the high priest's slave, and cut off his right ear. The slave's name was Malchus. 11Jesus said to Peter, “Put your sword back into its sheath. Am I not to drink the cup that the Father has given me?” 12So the soldiers, their officer, and the Jewish police arrested Jesus and bound him. 13First they took him to Annas, who was the father-in-law of Caiaphas, the high priest that year. 14Caiaphas was the one who had advised the Jews that it was better to have one person die for the people. 15Simon Peter and another disciple followed Jesus. Since that disciple was known to the high priest, he went with Jesus into the courtyard of the high priest, 16but Peter was standing outside at the gate. So the other disciple, who was known to the high priest, went out, spoke to the woman who guarded the gate, and brought Peter in. 17The woman said to Peter, “You are not also one of this man's disciples, are you?” He said, “I am not.”18Now the slaves and the police had made a charcoal fire because it was cold, and they were standing around it and warming themselves. Peter also was standing with them and warming himself. 19Then the high priest questioned Jesus about his disciples and about his teaching. 20Jesus answered, “I have spoken openly to the world; I have always taught in synagogues and in the temple, where all the Jews come together. I have said nothing in secret. 21Why do you ask me? Ask those who heard what I said to them; they know what I said.” 22When he had said this, one of the police standing nearby struck Jesus on the face, saying, “Is that how you answer the high priest?” 23Jesus answered, “If I have spoken wrongly, testify to the wrong. But if I have spoken rightly, why do you strike me?” 24Then Annas sent him bound to Caiaphas the high priest.25Now Simon Peter was standing and warming himself. They asked him, “You are not also one of his disciples, are you?” He denied it and said, “I am not.” 26One of the slaves of the high priest, a relative of the man whose ear Peter had cut off, asked, “Did I not see you in the garden with him?” 27Again Peter denied it, and at that moment the cock crowed. 28Then they took Jesus from Caiaphas to Pilate's headquarters. It was early in the morning. They themselves did not enter the headquarters, so as to avoid ritual defilement and to be able to eat the Passover. 29So Pilate went out to them and said, “What accusation do you bring against this man?” 30They answered, “If this man were not a criminal, we would not have handed him over to you.” 31Pilate said to them, “Take him yourselves and judge him according to your law.” The Jews replied, “We are not permitted to put anyone to death.” 32(This was to fulfill what Jesus had said when he indicated the kind of death he was to die.)33Then Pilate entered the headquarters again, summoned Jesus, and asked him, “Are you the King of the Jews?” 34Jesus answered, “Do you ask this on your own, or did others tell you about me?” 35Pilate replied, “I am not a Jew, am I? Your own nation and the chief priests have handed you over to me. What have you done?” 36Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not from this world. If my kingdom were from this world, my followers would be fighting to keep me from being handed over to the Jews. But as it is, my kingdom is not from here.” 37Pilate asked him, “So you are a king?” Jesus answered, “You say that I am a king. For this I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice.” 38Pilate asked him, “What is truth?” After he had said this, he went out to the Jews again and told them, “I find no case against him. 39But you have a custom that I release someone for you at the Passover. Do you want me to release for you the King of the Jews?” 40They shouted in reply, “Not this man, but Barabbas!” Now Barabbas was a bandit. 1Then Pilate took Jesus and had him flogged. 2And the soldiers wove a crown of thorns and put it on his head, and they dressed him in a purple robe. 3They kept coming up to him, saying, “Hail, King of the Jews!” and striking him on the face. 4Pilate went out again and said to them, “Look, I am bringing him out to you to let you know that I find no case against him.” 5So Jesus came out, wearing the crown of thorns and the purple robe. Pilate said to them, “Here is the man!” 6When the chief priests and the police saw him, they shouted, “Crucify him! Crucify him!” Pilate said to them, “Take him yourselves and crucify him; I find no case against him.” 7The Jews answered him, “We have a law, and according to that law he ought to die because he has claimed to be the Son of God.”8Now when Pilate heard this, he was more afraid than ever. 9He entered his headquarters again and asked Jesus, “Where are you from?” But Jesus gave him no answer. 10Pilate therefore said to him, “Do you refuse to speak to me? Do you not know that I have power to release you, and power to crucify you?” 11Jesus answered him, “You would have no power over me unless it had been given you from above; therefore the one who handed me over to you is guilty of a greater sin.” 12From then on Pilate tried to release him, but the Jews cried out, “If you release this man, you are no friend of the emperor. Everyone who claims to be a king sets himself against the emperor.” 13When Pilate heard these words, he brought Jesus outside and sat on the judge's bench at a place called The Stone Pavement, or in Hebrew Gabbatha. 14Now it was the day of Preparation for the Passover; and it was about noon. He said to the Jews, “Here is your King!” 15They cried out, “Away with him! Away with him! Crucify him!” Pilate asked them, “Shall I crucify your King?” The chief priests answered, “We have no king but the emperor.” 16Then he handed him over to them to be crucified. So they took Jesus;17and carrying the cross by himself, he went out to what is called The Place of the Skull, which in Hebrew is called Golgotha. 18There they crucified him, and with him two others, one on either side, with Jesus between them. 19Pilate also had an inscription written and put on the cross. It read, “Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews.” 20Many of the Jews read this inscription, because the place where Jesus was crucified was near the city; and it was written in Hebrew, in Latin, and in Greek. 21Then the chief priests of the Jews said to Pilate, “Do not write, ‘The King of the Jews,' but, ‘This man said, I am King of the Jews.'” 22Pilate answered, “What I have written I have written.” 23When the soldiers had crucified Jesus, they took his clothes and divided them into four parts, one for each soldier. They also took his tunic; now the tunic was seamless, woven in one piece from the top. 24So they said to one another, “Let us not tear it, but cast lots for it to see who will get it.” This was to fulfill what the scripture says, “They divided my clothes among themselves, and for my clothing they cast lots.” 25And that is what the soldiers did. Meanwhile, standing near the cross of Jesus were his mother, and his mother's sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene. 26When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple whom he loved standing beside her, he said to his mother, “Woman, here is your son.” 27Then he said to the disciple, “Here is your mother.” And from that hour the disciple took her into his own home. 28After this, when Jesus knew that all was now finished, he said (in order to fulfill the scripture), “I am thirsty.” 29A jar full of sour wine was standing there. So they put a sponge full of the wine on a branch of hyssop and held it to his mouth. 30When Jesus had received the wine, he said, “It is finished.” Then he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. 31Since it was the day of Preparation, the Jews did not want the bodies left on the cross during the sabbath, especially because that sabbath was a day of great solemnity. So they asked Pilate to have the legs of the crucified men broken and the bodies removed. 32Then the soldiers came and broke the legs of the first and of the other who had been crucified with him. 33But when they came to Jesus and saw that he was already dead, they did not break his legs. 34Instead, one of the soldiers pierced his side with a spear, and at once blood and water came out. 35(He who saw this has testified so that you also may believe. His testimony is true, and he knows that he tells the truth.) 36These things occurred so that the scripture might be fulfilled, “None of his bones shall be broken.” 37And again another passage of scripture says, “They will look on the one whom they have pierced.” 38After these things, Joseph of Arimathea, who was a disciple of Jesus, though a secret one because of his fear of the Jews, asked Pilate to let him take away the body of Jesus. Pilate gave him permission; so he came and removed his body. 39Nicodemus, who had at first come to Jesus by night, also came, bringing a mixture of myrrh and aloes, weighing about a hundred pounds. 40They took the body of Jesus and wrapped it with the spices in linen cloths, according to the burial custom of the Jews. 41Now there was a garden in the place where he was crucified, and in the garden there was a new tomb in which no one had ever been laid. 42And so, because it was the Jewish day of Preparation, and the tomb was nearby, they laid Jesus there.
Peter Denies Jesus Again 25Now Simon Peter was standing and warming himself. So they said to him, You also are not one of his disciples, are you? He denied it and said, I am not.26One of the servants of the high priest, a relative ofthe man whose ear Peter had cut off, asked, Did I not see youin the garden with him?27Peter again denied it, andat once a rooster crowed. Jesus Before Pilate 28Then they led Jesusfrom the house of Caiaphas tothe governor's headquarters.[a]It was early morning. They themselves did not enter the governor's headquarters,so that they would not be defiled,but could eat the Passover.29So Pilate went outside to them and said, What accusation do you bring against this man?30They answered him, If this man were not doing evil, we would not have delivered him over to you.31Pilate said to them,Take him yourselves and judge him by your own law. The Jews said to him, It is not lawful for us to put anyone to death.32This was to fulfill the word that Jesus had spokento show by what kind of death he was going to die. My Kingdom Is Not of This World 33So Pilate entered his headquarters again and called Jesus and said to him,Are you the King of the Jews?34Jesus answered,Do you say this of your own accord, or did others say it to you about me?35Pilate answered, Am I a Jew? Your own nation and the chief priests have delivered you over to me. What have you done?36Jesus answered,My kingdomis not of this world. If my kingdom were of this world,my servants would have been fighting, thatI might not be delivered over to the Jews. But my kingdom is not from the world.37Then Pilate said to him, So you are a king? Jesus answered,You say that I am a king.For this purpose I was born and for this purposeI have come into the worldto bear witness to the truth.Everyone who isof the truthlistens to my voice.38Pilate said to him, What is truth? After he had said this,he went back outside to the Jews and told them,I find no guilt in him.39But you have a custom that I should release one man for you at the Passover. So do you want me to release to you the King of the Jews?40They cried out again,Not this man, but Barabbas! Now Barabbas was a robber.
March 5, 2023Pastor Matt KendrickLove Your EnemiesLuke 6:27-36Jesus wants to free us from our anger and hate so effectively that we're able to love our enemies. Be loving toward your enemies.We are to be people building bridges made of love. Applying bandages to society made of forgiveness, hope, mercy, and grace.Freedom from anger.Jesus wants to free us from our sinful anger and hate so effectively that we're able to love our enemies. Chronic guilt is the price we pay if we avoid internal change. Repentance is the way forward.Ask yourself:Who doesn't love me, but I really desire their love?Who do I have a hard time freely doing good to?Who do I have bitterness for?Do the work to recognize the anger, engage the anger, and repent.Thank you for listening!For more info on Redemption City Church check out our website. If you'd like to connect with us further, please fill out a Connection Card and one of our staff will get in touch with you.Follow us on on social media: Instagram, Facebook and YouTube
Primeira Leitura: Gênesis 3,1-8 Leitura do livro do Gênesis – 1A serpente era o mais astuto de todos os animais dos campos que o Senhor Deus tinha feito. Ela disse à mulher: “É verdade que Deus vos disse: ‘Não comereis de nenhuma das árvores do jardim'?” 2E a mulher respondeu à serpente: “Do fruto das árvores do jardim, nós podemos comer. 3Mas do fruto da árvore que está no meio do jardim, Deus nos disse: ‘Não comais dele nem sequer o toqueis, do contrário morrereis'”. 4A serpente disse à mulher: “Não, vós não morrereis. 5Mas Deus sabe que, no dia em que dele comerdes, vossos olhos se abrirão e vós sereis como Deus, conhecendo o bem e o mal”. 6A mulher viu que seria bom comer da árvore, pois era atraente para os olhos e desejável para obter conhecimento. E colheu um fruto, comeu e deu também ao marido, que estava com ela, e ele comeu. 7Então, os olhos dos dois se abriram; e, vendo que estavam nus, teceram tangas para si com folhas de figueira. 8Quando ouviram a voz do Senhor Deus, que passeava pelo jardim à brisa da tarde, Adão e sua mulher esconderam-se do Senhor Deus no meio das árvores do jardim. – Palavra do Senhor. Salmo Responsorial: 31(32) Feliz aquele cuja falta é perdoada! 1. Feliz o homem que foi perdoado / e cuja falta já foi encoberta! / Feliz o homem a quem o Senhor † não olha mais como sendo culpado / e em cuja alma não há falsidade! – R. 2. Eu confessei, afinal, meu pecado / e minha falta vos fiz conhecer. / Disse: “Eu irei confessar meu pecado!” / E perdoastes, Senhor, minha falta. – R. 3. Todo fiel pode, assim, invocar-vos / durante o tempo da angústia e aflição, / porque, ainda que irrompam as águas, / não poderão atingi-lo jamais. – R. 4. Sois para mim proteção e refúgio; / na minha angústia me haveis de salvar / e envolvereis a minha alma no gozo / da salvação que me vem só de vós. – R. Evangelho: Marcos 7,31-37 Aleluia, aleluia, aleluia. Abri-nos, ó Senhor, o coração / para ouvirmos a Palavra de Jesus! (At 16,14) – R. Proclamação do Evangelho de Jesus Cristo segundo Marcos – Naquele tempo, 31Jesus saiu de novo da região de Tiro, passou por Sidônia e continuou até o mar da Galileia, atravessando a região da Decápole. 32Trouxeram então um homem surdo, que falava com dificuldade, e pediram que Jesus lhe impusesse a mão. 33Jesus afastou-se com o homem para fora da multidão; em seguida, colocou os dedos nos seus ouvidos, cuspiu e, com a saliva, tocou a língua dele. 34Olhando para o céu, suspirou e disse: “Efatá!”, que quer dizer: “Abre-te!” 35Imediatamente seus ouvidos se abriram, sua língua se soltou e ele começou a falar sem dificuldade. 36Jesus recomendou com insistência que não contassem a ninguém. Mas, quanto mais ele recomendava, mais eles divulgavam. 37Muito impressionados, diziam: “Ele tem feito bem todas as coisas: aos surdos faz ouvir e aos mudos falar”. – Palavra da salvação
Naquele tempo, 31Jesus saiu de novo da região de Tiro, passou por Sidônia e continuou até o mar da Galileia, atravessando a região da Decápole. 32Trouxeram então um homem surdo, que falava com dificuldade, e pediram que Jesus lhe impusesse a mão. 33Jesus afastou-se com o homem, para fora da multidão; em seguida, colocou os dedos nos seus ouvidos, cuspiu e com a saliva tocou a língua dele. 34Olhando para o céu, suspirou e disse: “Efatá!”, que quer dizer: “Abre-te!” 35Imediatamente seus ouvidos se abriram, sua língua se soltou e ele começou a falar sem dificuldade. 36Jesus recomendou com insistência que não contassem a ninguém. Mas, quanto mais ele recomendava, mais eles divulgavam. 37Muito impressionados, diziam: “Ele tem feito bem todas as coisas: Aos surdos faz ouvir e aos mudos falar”.
10 FEV 2023 COR LITÚRGICA: BRANCO Santa Escolástica, virgem - Memória | Sexta-feira Evangelho (Mc 7,31-37)— Aleluia, aleluia, aleluia.— Abri-nos, ó Senhor, o coração, para ouvirmos a palavra de Jesus! (At 16,14b)— Proclamação do Evangelho de Jesus Cristo + segundo Marcos.— Glória a vós, Senhor.Naquele tempo, 31Jesus saiu de novo da região de Tiro, passou por Sidônia e continuou até o mar da Galileia, atravessando a região da Decápole. 32Trouxeram então um homem surdo, que falava com dificuldade, e pediram que Jesus lhe impusesse a mão. 33Jesus afastou-se com o homem, para fora da multidão; em seguida, colocou os dedos nos seus ouvidos, cuspiu e com a saliva tocou a língua dele. 34Olhando para o céu, suspirou e disse: “Efatá!”, que quer dizer: “Abre-te!” 35Imediatamente seus ouvidos se abriram, sua língua se soltou e ele começou a falar sem dificuldade.36Jesus recomendou com insistência que não contassem a ninguém. Mas, quanto mais ele recomendava, mais eles divulgavam. 37Muito impressionados, diziam: “Ele tem feito bem todas as coisas: Aos surdos faz ouvir e aos mudos falar”. — Palavra da Salvação.— Glória a vós, Senhor. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pe-jose-vicente/message
Evangelho: Marcos 5,21-43 Aleluia, aleluia, aleluia. O Cristo tomou sobre si nossas dores, / carregou em seu corpo as nossas fraquezas (Mt 8,17). – R. Proclamação do Evangelho de Jesus Cristo segundo Marcos – Naquele tempo, 21Jesus atravessou de novo, numa barca, para a outra margem. Uma numerosa multidão se reuniu junto dele e Jesus ficou na praia. 22Aproximou-se, então, um dos chefes da sinagoga, chamado Jairo. Quando viu Jesus, caiu a seus pés 23e pediu com insistência: “Minha filhinha está nas últimas. Vem e põe as mãos sobre ela, para que ela sare e viva!” 24Jesus então o acompanhou. Uma numerosa multidão o seguia e o comprimia. 25Ora, achava-se ali uma mulher que, há doze anos, estava com uma hemorragia; 26tinha sofrido nas mãos de muitos médicos, gastou tudo o que possuía e, em vez de melhorar, piorava cada vez mais. 27Tendo ouvido falar de Jesus, aproximou-se dele por detrás, no meio da multidão, e tocou na sua roupa. 28Ela pensava: “Se eu ao menos tocar na roupa dele, ficarei curada”. 29A hemorragia parou imediatamente, e a mulher sentiu dentro de si que estava curada da doença. 30Jesus logo percebeu que uma força tinha saído dele. E, voltando-se no meio da multidão, perguntou: “Quem tocou na minha roupa?” 31Os discípulos disseram: “Estás vendo a multidão que te comprime e ainda perguntas: ‘Quem me tocou?'” 32Ele, porém, olhava ao redor para ver quem havia feito aquilo. 33A mulher, cheia de medo e tremendo, percebendo o que lhe havia acontecido, veio e caiu aos pés de Jesus e contou-lhe toda a verdade. 34Ele lhe disse: “Filha, a tua fé te curou. Vai em paz e fica curada dessa doença”. 35Ele estava ainda falando quando chegaram alguns da casa do chefe da sinagoga e disseram a Jairo: “Tua filha morreu. Por que ainda incomodar o mestre?” 36Jesus ouviu a notícia e disse ao chefe da sinagoga: “Não tenhas medo. Basta ter fé!” 37E não deixou que ninguém o acompanhasse, a não ser Pedro, Tiago e seu irmão João. 38Quando chegaram à casa do chefe da sinagoga, Jesus viu a confusão e como estavam chorando e gritando. 39Então, ele entrou e disse: “Por que essa confusão e esse choro? A criança não morreu, mas está dormindo”. 40Começaram então a caçoar dele. Mas ele mandou que todos saíssem, menos o pai e a mãe da menina e os três discípulos que o acompanhavam. Depois entraram no quarto onde estava a criança. 41Jesus pegou na mão da menina e disse: “Talitá cum” – que quer dizer: “Menina, levanta-te!” 42Ela levantou-se imediatamente e começou a andar, pois tinha doze anos. E todos ficaram admirados. 43Ele recomendou com insistência que ninguém ficasse sabendo daquilo. E mandou dar de comer à menina. – Palavra da salvação.
Naquele tempo, 21Jesus atravessou de novo, numa barca, para outra margem. Uma numerosa multidão se reuniu junto dele, e Jesus ficou na praia. 22Aproximou-se, então, um dos chefes da sinagoga, chamado Jairo. Quando viu Jesus, caiu a seus pés, 23e pediu com insistência: “Minha filhinha está nas últimas. Vem e põe as mãos sobre ela, para que ela sare e viva!” 24Jesus então o acompanhou. Numerosa multidão o seguia e comprimia. 25Ora, achava-se ali uma mulher que, há doze anos, estava com hemorragia; 26tinha sofrido nas mãos de muitos médicos, gastou tudo o que possuía, e, em vez de melhorar, piorava cada vez mais. 27Tendo ouvido falar de Jesus, aproximou-se dele por detrás, no meio da multidão, e tocou na sua roupa. 28Ela pensava: “Se eu ao menos tocar na roupa dele, ficarei curada”. 29A hemorragia parou imediatamente, e a mulher sentiu dentro de si que estava curada da doença. 30Jesus logo percebeu que uma força tinha saído dele. E, voltando-se no meio da multidão, perguntou: “Quem tocou na minha roupa?” 31Os discípulos disseram: “Estás vendo a multidão que te comprime e ainda perguntas: ‘Quem me tocou'?” 32Ele, porém, olhava ao redor para ver quem havia feito aquilo. 33A mulher, cheia de medo e tremendo, percebendo o que lhe havia acontecido, veio e caiu aos pés de Jesus, e contou-lhe toda a verdade. 34Ele lhe disse: “Filha, a tua fé te curou. Vai em paz e fica curada dessa doença”. 35Ele estava ainda falando, quando chegaram alguns da casa do chefe da sinagoga, e disseram a Jairo: “Tua filha morreu. Por que ainda incomodar o mestre?” 36Jesus ouviu a notícia e disse ao chefe da sinagoga: “Não tenhas medo. Basta ter fé!” 37E não deixou que ninguém o acompanhasse, a não ser Pedro, Tiago e seu irmão João. 38Quando chegaram à casa do chefe da sinagoga, Jesus viu a confusão e como estavam chorando e gritando. 39Então, ele entrou e disse: “Por que essa confusão e esse choro? A criança não morreu, mas está dormindo”. 40Começaram então a caçoar dele. Mas, ele mandou que todos saíssem, menos o pai e a mãe da menina, e os três discípulos que o acompanhavam. Depois entraram no quarto onde estava a criança. 41Jesus pegou na mão da menina e disse: “Talitá cum” — que quer dizer: “Menina, levanta-te!” 42Ela levantou-se imediatamente e começou a andar, pois tinha doze anos. E todos ficaram admirados. 43Ele recomendou com insistência que ninguém ficasse sabendo daquilo. E mandou dar de comer à menina.
31JAN2023 COR LITÚRGICA: BRANCO São João Bosco, presbítero - Memória | Terça-feira Evangelho (Mc 5,21-43) — Aleluia, aleluia, aleluia. — O Cristo tomou sobre si nossas dores, carregou em seu corpo as nossas fraquezas. (Mt 8,17) — Proclamação do Evangelho de Jesus Cristo + segundo Marcos. — Glória a vós, Senhor. Naquele tempo, 21Jesus atravessou de novo, numa barca, para outra margem. Uma numerosa multidão se reuniu junto dele, e Jesus ficou na praia. 22Aproximou-se, então, um dos chefes da sinagoga, chamado Jairo. Quando viu Jesus, caiu a seus pés, 23e pediu com insistência: “Minha filhinha está nas últimas. Vem e põe as mãos sobre ela, para que ela sare e viva!” 24Jesus então o acompanhou. Numerosa multidão o seguia e comprimia. 25Ora, achava-se ali uma mulher que, há doze anos, estava com hemorragia; 26tinha sofrido nas mãos de muitos médicos, gastou tudo o que possuía, e, em vez de melhorar, piorava cada vez mais. 27Tendo ouvido falar de Jesus, aproximou-se dele por detrás, no meio da multidão, e tocou na sua roupa. 28Ela pensava: “Se eu ao menos tocar na roupa dele, ficarei curada”. 29A hemorragia parou imediatamente, e a mulher sentiu dentro de si que estava curada da doença. 30Jesus logo percebeu que uma força tinha saído dele. E, voltando-se no meio da multidão, perguntou: “Quem tocou na minha roupa?” 31Os discípulos disseram: “Estás vendo a multidão que te comprime e ainda perguntas: ‘Quem me tocou'?” 32Ele, porém, olhava ao redor para ver quem havia feito aquilo. 33A mulher, cheia de medo e tremendo, percebendo o que lhe havia acontecido, veio e caiu aos pés de Jesus, e contou-lhe toda a verdade. 34Ele lhe disse: “Filha, a tua fé te curou. Vai em paz e fica curada dessa doença”. 35Ele estava ainda falando, quando chegaram alguns da casa do chefe da sinagoga, e disseram a Jairo: “Tua filha morreu. Por que ainda incomodar o mestre?” 36Jesus ouviu a notícia e disse ao chefe da sinagoga: “Não tenhas medo. Basta ter fé!” 37E não deixou que ninguém o acompanhasse, a não ser Pedro, Tiago e seu irmão João. 38Quando chegaram à casa do chefe da sinagoga, Jesus viu a confusão e como estavam chorando e gritando. 39Então, ele entrou e disse: “Por que essa confusão e esse choro? A criança não morreu, mas está dormindo”. 40Começaram então a caçoar dele. Mas, ele mandou que todos saíssem, menos o pai e a mãe da menina, e os três discípulos que o acompanhavam. Depois entraram no quarto onde estava a criança. 41Jesus pegou na mão da menina e disse: “Talitá cum” — que quer dizer: “Menina, levanta-te!” 42Ela levantou-se imediatamente e começou a andar, pois tinha doze anos. E todos ficaram admirados. 43Ele recomendou com insistência que ninguém ficasse sabendo daquilo. E mandou dar de comer à menina. — Palavra da Salvação. — Glória a vós, Senhor. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pe-jose-vicente/message
This Christmas season, Crossroads Church will reflect on the opening line of the famous Christmas Carol in the teaching series What Child Is This. Explore how the birth of a Jewish peasant over 2000 years ago lights our darkness and guides our feet on the path to peace.__Anchor Verse: In the heartfelt Mercy of our God, the dawn from on high will visit us, to shine on those sitting in darkness, in the shadow of death, to guide our feet to the way of peace. Luke 1:78-79Week 01: This Child Lights the Path to Peace in three key relationships: God, Others and Ourselves.Week 02: Jesus lights a path to peace with God by ending sin's power over our minds.What's the Issue Anyway?Currently in our world there are more than ______ armed conflicts.We live in a world that believes the path to peace is ______________, __________, and ______________.What Wisdom does Scripture offer us?Luke 1:26-36Jesus was the ________________ of Isaiah's deepest longing.Isaiah 9:5-6 and Isaiah 11:1-9Isaiah longed for a king whose heart ________________ ______________ with God's heart.John 18:33-37The Kingdom of Jesus is not built on the lies of empire: __________ and ______________.Don't Miss This!This child lights a path to peace with others by revealing the truth of the Kingdom of _____________ and the lies of the kingdoms of this ___________.How can I live this in my everyday, normal life?Choose between ________ paths of peace in your everyday, normal life.God is One and for ________.God is sovereign to any group _______________ or personal _________________.God is available as __________ __________ and not through sacrificing another.God __________ no victims and _____________ no victims.Promote policies, leaders and actions that align with __________' path to Peace on Earth.Keep reminding yourself that Jesus' path to peace never leads to ______________and ________.How does this make me a better person and the world a better place?Imagine the _______________ available for ending disease, eliminating poverty, exploring the universe, rehabilitating the prisoner, and healing the sick in a world where violence and killing are unacceptable under any circumstances.What is God inviting you into today?Choose the peacemaking path of Jesus over the peacemaking path of this world.Invite a friend to Christmas Eve Service.Gather some friends to read and discuss “Jesus' Alternative Plan: The Sermon on the Mount” by Richard Rohr.Thought-provoking questions:How has your life intersected with war? Do you have families serving in the military? Have you served? Do you know people who have experienced the pain of war firsthand?What are some of the ways that Isaiah describes the ideal king in chapters 9 and 11?Can you think of any political leaders that reflect the longings of Isaiah?Think of and discuss a few ways that the values of the kingdom of heaven (reign of God) clash with the current values of the kingdoms of this world. What is the role of the follower of Jesus and the church in this clash of values?What does it mean to believe that God is one and for all?What does it mean to believe that God is sovereign to all group ownership or personal manipulation?The United States spends 801 billion dollars on the defense budget, which is more than China, India, the United Kingdom, Russia, France, Germany, Saudi Arabia, Japan and South Korea combined. If you woke up tomorrow in a world without war, what would you like to see those funds applied to?
Friday of the Third Week in AdventJn 5:33-36Jesus said to the Jews:“You sent emissaries to John, and he testified to the truth. I do not accept testimony from a human being,but I say this so that you may be saved."
John 8:31-36Jesus said, to some of the Jews who had believed in him, “If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples and you will know the truth and the truth will make you free.” They said to him, “We are descendants of Abraham and have never been slaves to anyone. What do you mean by saying, ‘You will be made free'?”Jesus answered them, “Everyone who commits sin is a slave to sin. The slave does not have a permanent place in the house, but the son has a place there forever. So, if the Son makes you free, you will be free, indeed.” I found myself playing Foosball recently with one of my favorite 9 year-old boys, who shall remain nameless. (It's questionably for pastors to invoke their own children as sermon illustrations, and even moreso where other peoples' kids are concerned. So I will refrain.) Anyway, when he asked me if I played foosball, I gave him the same answer I give when someone asks me if I golf or play pool; something like, “I have played foosball, but I don't play foosball.” Which really just means, I'm terrible at foosball – and golf and pool, for that matter.But, since he's one of my favorite 9 year-old boys, I agreed. And, first came the rules. And, since I've only played foosball, but don't play foosball – and as with golf and pool, I'm usually holding a beer in one hand and a pool cue, golf club, or foosball rod in the other – I didn't know the rules, didn't think there were, really, rules to foosball, so was utterly at the mercy of my 9 year-old friend, who had LOTS of rules about how to play foosball.I couldn't keep track of them all at the time and can't possibly remember them, now. But there was an “off-sides” rule somehow. And he seemed to have very official-sounding names for very particular offenses and penalties, like “tripping” I think. Maybe “tackling” was another. I was mystified by how little plastic figures, with immovable arms and legs, permanently attached to a metal rod could “trip” or “tackle” anything, but I was in no position of authority to argue with my 9-year old opponent. It was his table, his house, his rules, after all.There was also a rule about whether my foosball players would, could, or should be upside down or right-side up at particular times. I think some of the foosball players could kick the ball backwards but others could not. I never did get to drop the ball back onto the playing field after a score, either – that was always his job. AND, of course, after I scored a time or two, my favorite 9 year-old seemed to suddenly remember more rules he'd forgotten to tell me about before we started. (I'm certain by the way, that he comes by all of this naturally. See, my favorite nine year-old's father is a lawyer.)But I played along, confident that I would and could and should win – no matter how many rules he threw at me – because he's 9. But, as you might have guessed, I lost that freaking foosball game to my favorite 9 year-old.And it makes me think about what we're up to on Reformation Sunday: what Martin Luther was challenging in the Church of his day, and something like what Jesus meant when he talked about being a slave to sin, and about how we could be freed from that kind of bondage.See, I think God's people on the planet are called “children” for some very good reasons. Since the beginning of time, we've been pretending that the rules can save us. So we've messed with the rules – creating our own and breaking God's – in ways that work to our advantage, in ways that disadvantage others, and in ways that make winners and losers of God's people. And I think, like my favorite 9 year-old, we've convinced ourselves that by fudging the rules, by bending the rules, by making up and massaging the rules for our benefit, by playing by the rules at all – we can come out on top; that we can win, in the end.In other words, we have convinced ourselves that our best chance for salvation, our best chance at freedom, as Jesus says it this morning, our only hope for victory is wrapped up in the Law of God's rules.Which is what people were up to in the days of Martin Luther – back in the 16th Century. They were keeping score with rituals and rules and restrictions and riches. You could pay cash for salvation, by way of something called an Indulgence, for example. The church was acting like a bunch of children, convincing people they could buy their way out of purgatory and into heaven, for the right amount of money. People were told they could make a spiritual pilgrimage or visit a holy shrine to earn favor and forgiveness in God's eyes. We call this “works righteousness” nowadays – the notion that we can behave our way into God's good graces.And all of this made Martin Luther sad. It made him angry. It made him want to change and reform so much of what was happening to God's Church in the world.And it wasn't much different than what was going on in the days of Jesus, either. The followers of Jesus were screwing up even while he was still walking around on the planet. The Pharisees were pointing fingers, the Sadducees throwing stones, the Scribes were scribbling down their rules, and the disciples were doubting that the grace Jesus proclaimed, promised and embodied, could really be true. And the faithful were falling for it.All of it was about who was right and who was wrong; who was earning God's favor and who was reaping God's judgment; who was playing by the rules and who wasn't; and who may or may not win, in the end.God's children were under the impression that following the rules – keeping the Law, at all costs – was the only way to win… the only way to be free …the only way to be saved. And, like me against my favorite 9 year-old, people fell for it – people fall for it – all of the time, thinking they could out-smart it all by following the rules.But like those people listening to Jesus in this morning's Gospel, we forget, don't we? We forget that we have been – and are, still – slaves to Sin, slaves to the rules, slaves to the Law. And as slaves, like our confession reminds us, we cannot free ourselves. There is no amount of rules to follow… there is no correct Law to abide… there is no way, even, to tweak or twist the rules or the Law so that it leads to our victory.Because we need more than the Law. We need the Son. We need the grace of a God, who isn't keeping score; who isn't dangling the rules before us like a carrot; who isn't twisting the rules so that we'll keep playing at this thing called FAITH, as though it were a to-do list for some cosmic task-master, rather than a grateful response to a generous God, which our faith is meant to be. We need the grace of a God who already loves us – and who always, always, always will – because we are, indeed, children of God. Nothing more and nothing less.See, I imagine God watching all of us children – you and me and all of creation, I mean – like my favorite 9 year-old's parents watched him kick my butt at the foosball table. Smiling and laughing. Not at all surprised. All of us knowing it was never about the rules or the score or the winning or the losing, anyway.All that matters – God knows, and wants us to believe – is that we're all set free, each and every one of us. That we all win, in the end. That God holds no grudges – and neither should we – until we learn to live differently and to love more radically and to hope more earnestly, and to play more fairly … for our own sake and for the sake of the world … thanks to the grace that belongs to each of us, that frees every one of us, that makes us all winners, in Jesus Christ, our Lord.Amen(…and for the record, I did Google “Foosball Rules” in preparation for this sermon and found nothing about “tripping,” “tackling,” or “off-sides.” And the rules I did learn about were not in my favorite 9 year-old's repertoire, so I'm totally kicking that 9 year-old's butt next we play.)
Primeira Leitura: 1 Coríntios 4,1-5 Leitura da primeira carta de São Paulo aos Coríntios – Irmãos, 1que todo o mundo nos considere como servidores de Cristo e administradores dos mistérios de Deus. 2A esse respeito, o que se exige dos administradores é que sejam fiéis. 3Quanto a mim, pouco me importa ser julgado por vós ou por algum tribunal humano. Nem eu me julgo a mim mesmo. 4É verdade que a minha consciência não me acusa de nada. Mas não é por isso que eu posso ser considerado justo. 5Quem me julga é o Senhor. Portanto, não queirais julgar antes do tempo. Aguardai que o Senhor venha. Ele iluminará o que estiver escondido nas trevas e manifestará os projetos dos corações. Então, cada um receberá de Deus o louvor que tiver merecido. – Palavra do Senhor. Salmo Responsorial: 36(37) A salvação de quem é justo vem de Deus. 1. Confia no Senhor e faze o bem, / e sobre a terra habitarás em segurança. / Coloca no Senhor tua alegria, / e ele dará o que pedir teu coração. – R. 2. Deixa aos cuidados do Senhor o teu destino; / confia nele, e com certeza ele agirá. / Fará brilhar tua inocência como a luz, / e o teu direito, como o sol do meio-dia. – R. 3. Afasta-te do mal e faze o bem, / e terás tua morada para sempre. / Porque o Senhor Deus ama a justiça / e jamais ele abandona os seus amigos. – R. 4. A salvação dos piedosos vem de Deus; / ele os protege nos momentos de aflição. / O Senhor lhes dá ajuda e os liberta, † defende-os e protege-os contra os ímpios, / e os guarda porque nele confiaram. – R. Evangelho: Lucas 5,33-39 Aleluia, aleluia, aleluia. Eu sou a luz do mundo; / aquele que me segue / não caminha entre as trevas, / mas terá a luz da vida (Jo 8,12). – R. Proclamação do Evangelho de Jesus Cristo segundo Lucas – Naquele tempo, 33os fariseus e os mestres da Lei disseram a Jesus: “Os discípulos de João, e também os discípulos dos fariseus, jejuam com frequência e fazem orações. Mas os teus discípulos comem e bebem”. 34Jesus, porém, lhes disse: “Os convidados de um casamento podem fazer jejum enquanto o noivo está com eles? 35Mas dias virão em que o noivo será tirado do meio deles. Então, naqueles dias, eles jejuarão”. 36Jesus contou-lhes ainda uma parábola: “Ninguém tira retalho de roupa nova para fazer remendo em roupa velha; senão vai rasgar a roupa nova, e o retalho novo não combinará com a roupa velha. 37Ninguém coloca vinho novo em odres velhos; porque, senão, o vinho novo arrebenta os odres velhos e se derrama, e os odres se perdem. 38Vinho novo deve ser colocado em odres novos. 39E ninguém, depois de beber vinho velho, deseja vinho novo, porque diz: o velho é melhor”. – Palavra da salvação.
Naquele tempo, 33os fariseus e os mestres da Lei disseram a Jesus: “Os discípulos de João, e também os discípulos dos fariseus, jejuam com frequência e fazem orações. Mas os teus discípulos comem e bebem”. 34Jesus, porém, lhes disse: “Os convidados de um casamento podem fazer jejum enquanto o noivo está com eles? 35Dias virão em que o noivo será tirado do meio deles. Então, naqueles dias, eles jejuarão”. 36Jesus contou-lhes ainda uma parábola: “Ninguém tira retalho de roupa nova para fazer remendo em roupa velha; senão vai rasgar a roupa nova, e o retalho novo não combinará com a roupa velha. 37Ninguém põe vinho novo em odres velhos; porque, senão, o vinho novo arrebenta os odres velhos e se derrama; e os odres se perdem. 38Vinho novo deve ser posto em odres novos. 39E ninguém, depois de beber vinho velho, deseja vinho novo; porque diz: o velho é melhor”.
02SET2022 COR LITÚRGICA: VERDE 22ª Semana do Tempo Comum | Sexta-feira Evangelho (Lc 5,33-39) — O Senhor esteja convosco. — Ele está no meio de nós. — Proclamação do Evangelho de Jesus Cristo + segundo Lucas — Glória a vós, Senhor. Naquele tempo, 33os fariseus e os mestres da Lei disseram a Jesus: “Os discípulos de João, e também os discípulos dos fariseus, jejuam com frequência e fazem orações. Mas os teus discípulos comem e bebem”. 34Jesus, porém, lhes disse: “Os convidados de um casamento podem fazer jejum enquanto o noivo está com eles? 35Dias virão em que o noivo será tirado do meio deles. Então, naqueles dias, eles jejuarão”. 36Jesus contou-lhes ainda uma parábola: “Ninguém tira retalho de roupa nova para fazer remendo em roupa velha; senão vai rasgar a roupa nova, e o retalho novo não combinará com a roupa velha. 37Ninguém põe vinho novo em odres velhos; porque, senão, o vinho novo arrebenta os odres velhos e se derrama; e os odres se perdem. 38Vinho novo deve ser posto em odres novos. 39E ninguém, depois de beber vinho velho, deseja vinho novo; porque diz: o velho é melhor”. — Palavra da Salvação. — Glória a vós, Senhor. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pe-jose-vicente/message
GOSPEL POWER l JULY 26, 2022 - Tuesday of 17th Week in Ordinary Time Saints Joachim and Anne, parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary Gospel: Mt 13:36-43 36Jesus left the crowds and went into the house. And his disciples approached him, saying, “Explain to us the parable of the weeds of the field.” 37He answered, “The one who sows the good seed is the Son of Man; 38the field is the world, and the good seed are the children of the kingdom; the weeds are the children of the evil one, 39and the enemy who sowed them is the devil; the harvest is the end of the age, and the reapers are angels. 40Just as the weeds are collected and burned up with fire, so will it be at the end of the age. 41The Son of Man will send his angels, and they will collect out of his kingdom all causes of sin and all evildoers, 42and they will throw them into the furnace of fire, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. 43Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Let anyone with ears listen!” Only God can effectively put an end to evil. But God is not in a hurry to do that. Being the Lord of time and eternity, God knows the right moment. There is a profound wisdom God wants us to learn now as we co-exist with evil in the world. Light becomes more visible and shines brightly when it is dark. That is why the stars can be seen only at night. When God's Son came to inaugurate the Kingdom-of-heaven on earth, he did not eradicate evil. He showed us that the way to turn evil around and make it serve the highest good is by embracing the cross — being faithful even when threatened with evil. And this is what he tells anyone who wants to be his disciple: “Take up your cross and follow me.” The cross of Christ is the greatest manifestation of love in the face of the darkest evil. Only love can conquer evil. The images of the parable want to tell us that at the end of the age, the love of God will triumph, and evil will be no more. Lord Jesus, open our hearts to the wisdom of the cross, that we may find meaning in our co-existence with evil in the world. Amen.
Title of the Psalm- Compare different translation here.56:1-2 David begs for mercy because of wicked foes56:3-4 David places His trust in God56:5-6 The viciousness of HIs foes56:7-9 Prayer for judgment on foes and God's care for him56:10-11 David's trust in God56:12-13 Thanksgiving for God's deliveranceJesus experienced the same mistreatment that David wrote of in this psalm56:1-2, 5-6 Compare what Jesus experienced with DavidJesus puts His trust in God in the midst of terrifying circumstances56:3-4, 10-11 Compare Matthew 26:39; Mark 14:36Jesus offered loud crying and tears56:8 with Hebrews 5:7God vindicated Jesus via the resurrection 56:13 One day God will eliminate all tears for HIs children- Revelation 7:15-17; 21:3-4
4Dizei às pessoas deprimidas: "Criai ânimo, não tenhais medo! Vede, é vosso Deus, é a vingança que vem, é a recompensa de Deus; é ele que vem para vos salvar". 5Então se abrirão os olhos dos cegos e se descerrarão os ouvidos dos surdos. 6O coxo saltará como um cervo e se desatará a língua dos mudos, assim como brotarão águas no deserto e jorrarão torrentes no ermo. 7aA terra árida se transformará em lago, e a região sedenta, em fontes d'água. (Isaías 35,4-7a) — Bendize, ó minha alma, ao Senhor. Bendirei ao Senhor toda a vida! — Bendize, ó minha alma, ao Senhor. Bendirei ao Senhor toda a vida! — O Senhor é fiel para sempre, faz justiça aos que são oprimidos; ele dá alimento aos famintos, é o Senhor quem liberta os cativos. — O Senhor abre os olhos aos cegos, o Senhor faz erguer-se o caído; o Senhor ama aquele que é justo. É o Senhor quem protege o estrangeiro. — Ele ampara a viúva e o órfão, mas confunde os caminhos dos maus. O Senhor reinará para sempre! Ó Sião, o teu Deus reinará para sempre e por todos os séculos! (Salmo 145) 1Meus irmãos: a fé que tendes em nosso Senhor Jesus Cristo glorificado não deve admitir acepção de pessoas. 2Pois bem, imaginai que na vossa reunião entra uma pessoa com anel de ouro no dedo e bem vestida, e também um pobre, com sua roupa surrada, 3e vós dedicais atenção ao que está bem vestido, dizendo-lhe: "Vem sentar-te aqui, à vontade", enquanto dizeis ao pobre: "Fica aí, de pé", ou então: "Senta-te aqui no chão, aos meus pés", 4não fizestes, então, discriminação entre vós? E não vos tornastes juízes com critérios injustos? 5Meus queridos irmãos, escutai: não escolheu Deus os pobres deste mundo para serem ricos na fé e herdeiros do Reino que prometeu aos que o amam? (Tiago 2,1-5) Naquele tempo, 31Jesus saiu de novo da região de Tiro, passou por Sidônia e continuou até o mar da Galileia, atravessando a região da Decápole. 32Trouxeram então um homem surdo, que falava com dificuldade, e pediram que Jesus lhe impusesse a mão. 33Jesus afastou-se com o homem, para fora da multidão; em seguida, colocou os dedos nos seus ouvidos, cuspiu e com a saliva tocou a língua dele. 34Olhando para o céu, suspirou e disse: "Efatá!", que quer dizer: "Abre-te!" 35Imediatamente seus ouvidos se abriram, sua língua se soltou e ele começou a falar sem dificuldade. 36Jesus recomendou com insistência que não contassem a ninguém. Mas, quanto mais ele recomendava, mais eles divulgavam. 37Muito impressionados, diziam: "Ele tem feito bem todas as coisas: Aos surdos faz ouvir e aos mudos falar". (Marcos 7,31-37)
15Cristo Jesus é a imagem do Deus invisível, o primogênito de toda a criação, 16pois por causa dele foram criadas todas as coisas no céu e na terra, as visíveis e as invisíveis, tronos e dominações, soberanias e poderes. Tudo foi criado por meio dele e para ele. 17Ele existe antes de todas as coisas e todas têm nele a sua consistência. 18Ele é a Cabeça do corpo, isto é, da Igreja. Ele é o princípio, o Primogênito dentre os mortos; de sorte que em tudo ele tem a primazia, 19porque Deus quis habitar nele com toda a sua plenitude e 20por ele reconciliar consigo todos os seres, os que estão na terra e no céu, realizando a paz pelo sangue da sua cruz. (Colossenses 1,15-20) Com canto apresentai-vos diante do Senhor! — Com canto apresentai-vos diante do Senhor! — Aclamai o Senhor, ó terra inteira, servi ao Senhor com alegria, ide a ele cantando jubilosos! — Sabei que o Senhor, só ele, é Deus, ele mesmo nos fez, e somos seus, nós somos o seu povo e seu rebanho. — Entrai por suas portas dando graças, e em seus átrios com hinos de louvor; dai-lhe graças, seu nome bendizei! — Sim, é bom o Senhor e nosso Deus, sua bondade perdura para sempre (Salmo 99) Naquele tempo, 33os fariseus e os mestres da Lei disseram a Jesus: "Os discípulos de João, e também os discípulos dos fariseus, jejuam com frequência e fazem orações. Mas os teus discípulos comem e bebem". 34Jesus, porém, lhes disse: "Os convidados de um casamento podem fazer jejum enquanto o noivo está com eles? 35Dias virão em que o noivo será tirado do meio deles. Então, naqueles dias, eles jejuarão". 36Jesus contou-lhes ainda uma parábola: "Ninguém tira retalho de roupa nova para fazer remendo em roupa velha; senão vai rasgar a roupa nova, e o retalho novo não combinará com a roupa velha. 37Ninguém põe vinho novo em odres velhos; porque, senão, o vinho novo arrebenta os odres velhos e se derrama; e os odres se perdem. 38Vinho novo deve ser posto em odres novos. 39E ninguém, depois de beber vinho velho, deseja vinho novo; porque diz: o velho é melhor". (Lucas 5,33-39)
Gospel of John, Chapter 3, verses 31-36Jesus continues with some of the same themes we have heard these past few days, primarily focusing upon the place from which we draw our life. Those who draw life from heavenly realms speak and act and testify to what comes from above. Those who draw their life from earthly realms do the same. It doesn't make us bad people - it just reveals those things to which we look for life. Are they ones that keep us in the flow of God? Or are they things that sever that tie?Original Score written and performed by Bridget Zenk
For additional notes and resources check out Douglas' website.Early sourcesGospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, JohnActsLettersApocalypseFound also in early documents like 1 Clement, the letters of Ignatius, etc.Apostolic emphases illustrated in evangelistic speeches:Acts 2:14-36Jesus was a real person -- he was from Nazareth (v.22).The scriptures (Old Testament) bear witness to Christ (vv.16-21, 25-28, 34-35).His many miracles also testify to him (v.22)These were indisputable, even to his enemies.In the early centuries, the Jews did not deny his miracles, although sometimes they dismissed them as magic.Crucified (v.23).See 1 Corinthians 1. What was striking was not the agony of his death, but his apparent failure.Little emphasis on the gore. Restraint exercised even in the gospel accounts of Jesus' passion.Resurrected (vv.24-32).Corroborated by eyewitnesses.Emphasized more than the crucifixion.The world /age to come is here:Day of the Lord here (v.20).Kingdom of God -- and Christ is King (vv.30,33).The Spirit is now available (vv.17-18, 33 -- see v.38)Jesus is the Christ, or Messiah (vv.34-36).Son of DavidJesus is the Lord (vv.34, 36).Salvation therefore comes in name of the Lord (v.21--see v.38, 22:16).Acts 28:2325 years later than the Pentecost messageThis is an abbreviated version of most of the material in the Pentecost sermon.Paul had many hours to proclaim Christ -- far longer than Peter did at Pentecost -- and this one-verse compendium summarizes a period of teaching doubtless containing more content than the Acts 2 sermon:KingdomMessianic textsGeneralIncarnate God -- both divine and humanSinlessLord: personal and political implications (esp. beginning in the 2nd century).Church as visible body of Christ, though see 2 Corinthians 4:5.Yes this compelling portrayal of Christ slowly begins to change. To be continued...Next: Christ in Church History: The Early Middle Ages
Jesus answered them, “Amen, amen, I say to you, everyone who commits sin is a slave of sin. A slave does not remain in a household forever, but a son always remains. So if the Son frees you, then you will truly be free.” John 8:34–36Jesus wants to set you free, but do you want to be set free? On an intellectual level this should be an easy question to answer. Of course you want your freedom! Who wouldn't? But on a practical level this question is harder to answer. Practically speaking, many people are very comfortable living in sin. Sin offers a deceptive satisfaction that can be hard to turn away from. Sin can make you “feel” good in the moment, even though the long-term effects are that it strips your freedom and joy. But so often that momentary “satisfaction” is enough for many people to keep coming back.So what about you? Do you want to be free so as to live as a son or daughter of the Most High God? If you answer “Yes” then be prepared for this to be painful, but in a delightful way. Overcoming sin requires purification. The process of “letting go” of sin requires true sacrifice and commitment. It requires you to turn to the Lord in absolute trust and abandon. In doing so, you experience a sort of death to yourself, to your passions and to your own selfish will. This hurts, at least on the level of your fallen human nature. But it's like a surgery that has the goal of removing cancer or some infection. The surgery itself may hurt, but it's the only way to be freed of the malady you have. The Son is the Divine Surgeon and the way He sets you free is through His own suffering and death. Jesus' Crucifixion and death brought life into the world. His death destroyed the disease of sin, and our willing acceptance of the remedy of His death means we must let Him destroy the disease of sin within us through His death. It must be “cut out” so to speak and removed by our Lord. Lent is a time, more than any, in which you must honestly focus on your sin for the reason of identifying those things that keep you bound, so that you can invite the Divine Physician to enter your wounds and heal you. Do not let Lent go by without honestly examining your conscience thoroughly, and repenting of your sins with all your heart. The Lord wants you to be free! Desire it yourself and enter the process of purification so that you will be relieved of your heavy burdens.Reflect, today, upon your attitude toward your own personal sins. First, can you humbly admit to your sin? Don't rationalize them away or blame another. Face them and accept them as your own. Second, confess your sins. Reflect upon your attitude toward the Sacrament of Reconciliation. This is the Sacrament of freedom. It is so very easy. Just go in, admit all your sins, express sorrow and be set free. If you find this difficult then you are trusting your own feelings of fear rather than the truth. Third, rejoice in the freedom that the Son of God offers you. It's a gift beyond anything we deserve. Reflect on these three things today and for the rest of Lent, and your Easter will be one of true thanksgiving!Lord, I do desire to be set free from all sin so that I may live in the freedom of being Your child. Help me, dear Lord, to face my sin with honesty and openness. Give me the courage I need to admit my sin in the Sacrament of Reconciliation, so that I may rejoice in all that You have bestowed upon me through Your suffering and death. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2022 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.
Disciple Up #250 Ukraine: Love Your Enemies By Louie Marsh Introduction: Give what's happening in the Ukraine today, not to mention Myanmar (Burma) and many other places, I thought it was well past time to take a close look at how loving our enemies fits into wars and other situations where violence seems to be the only way to defend the innocent and stop evil from murder and destruction on a mass scale. Links consulted for this podcast: https://gratefulness.org/resource/love-your-enemies/ https://www.vulture.com/2022/02/annalynne-mccord-putin-poem-russia-ukraine.html https://www.pray.com/articles/love-your-enemies-what-it-means-and-examples-on-how-to-do-so https://www.theleadermaker.com/love-your-enemies-what-it-really-means/ https://relevantmagazine.com/faith/what-it-actually-means-love-your-enemies/ https://chapel-archives.oit.duke.edu/documents/sermons/Nov4LoveYourEnemies.pdf https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/did-jesus-teach-pacifism Scripture Does Not Teach Pacifism: “14Soldiers also asked him, “And we, what shall we do?” And he said to them, “Do not extort money from anyone by threats or by false accusation, and be content with your wages.”” (Luke 3:14, ESV) “36Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not of this world. If my kingdom were of this world, my servants would have been fighting, that I might not be delivered over to the Jews. But my kingdom is not from the world.”” (John 18:36, ESV) “3For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Would you have no fear of the one who is in authority? Then do what is good, and you will receive his approval, 4for he is God's servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God's wrath on the wrongdoer.” (Romans 13:3–4, ESV) Jesus Did Teach We Owe Our Government Something “15Then the Pharisees went and plotted how to entangle him in his words. 16And they sent their disciples to him, along with the Herodians, saying, “Teacher, we know that you are true and teach the way of God truthfully, and you do not care about anyone's opinion, for you are not swayed by appearances. 17Tell us, then, what you think. Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, or not?” 18But Jesus, aware of their malice, said, “Why put me to the test, you hypocrites? 19Show me the coin for the tax.” And they brought him a denarius. 20And Jesus said to them, “Whose likeness and inscription is this?” 21They said, “Caesar's.” Then he said to them, “Therefore render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's.” 22When they heard it, they marveled. And they left him and went away.” (Matthew 22:15–22, ESV) “13Be subject for the Lord's sake to every human institution, whether it be to the emperor as supreme, 14or to governors as sent by him to punish those who do evil and to praise those who do good.” (1 Peter 2:13–14, ESV) Does this include military service? Does this mean I must kill for my country when I believe the cause is just? “27“But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, 28bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. 29To one who strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also, and from one who takes away your cloak do not withhold your tunic either. 30Give to everyone who begs from you, and from one who takes away your goods do not demand them back. 31And as you wish that others would do to you, do so to them. 32“If you love those who love you, what benefit is that to you? For even sinners love those who love them. 33And if you do good to those who do good to you, what benefit is that to you? For even sinners do the same. 34And if you lend to those from whom you expect to receive, what credit is that to you? Even sinners lend to sinners, to get back the same amount. 35But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return, and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High, for he is kind to the ungrateful and the evil. 36Be merciful, even as your Father is merciful.” (Luke 6:27–36, ESV) Sermon outtakes on Luke 6:20-31 But notice when Jesus gives us a list of seven ways we should behave toward our enemies, forgiveness isn't one of them. He says do good to them, bless them, pray for them, offer the other cheek, give to them, let them take from you, do not ask for restitution. But he doesn't say “forgive.” Why not? I think the answer is, because he is talking about hatred and abuse and violence that is still going on. To forgive something that is still going on is a kind of category mistake. Jesus gives us plenty of ways to respond and engage while the hostile and cruel and destructive actions are still going on. But forgiveness has to wait until the activity is over. You can't forgive something that is still going on, because that seems to be saying that what is going on is the whole story and therefore that it's somehow ok. This is the force, it seems to me, behind the mother in the baptism story saying about the person who had dominated her life and overshadowed her relationship with God, “ BUT JESUS DID – Father forgive them … So what does loving mean, in the face of hatred and hostility, if it doesn't mean being a doormat and it doesn't mean a warm feeling? It means carefully and doggedly, not passionately or sentimentally, following the words of Jesus and the seven actions he commends to us. First, “Do good to those who hate you.” Say by your actions, “However much you hate me I will never hate you.” Remember this will end. Don't let these people turn you into a monster. Repay evil with good. Second, “Bless those who hate you.” Mind your speech. Try not to lose your temper. Think of those who are hating and hurting you and see them as tiny children they once were, longing for trust and safety, and speak to them as if they were still those children. Third, “Pray for those who abuse you.” As I have said, sometimes abuse is incredibly difficult to become disentangled from. Remember God is always as much a part of any story as you are. In prayer, ask God to be made present not just to you but to your enemy. Fourth, “Offer the other cheek.” In other words, not just don't get into a fight, because then there'll be no difference between you and them, but don't let those who hate you think you can be intimidated by violence. Offering the other cheek means saying “I'm not going to accept that violence trumps everything else.” Fifth, “Don't withhold your shirt.” In other words, surprise your enemy with your generosity, and thus show your enemies you have not become like them. Sixth, “Give to everyone who begs.” Remember that, even when you can only think of how you've been hurt, there is always someone worse off than you, and reaching out to them is a way of rescuing yourself from self-pity. And seventh, “Don't ask for your property back.” I think this means remember you will lose everything when you die so start living toward your possessions in such a way that they don't determine who you are. When we reach the end of this list we realize that what Jesus has just described is what is about to happen to him “43“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' 44But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven. For he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust. 46For if you love those who love you, what reward do you have? Do not even the tax collectors do the same? 47And if you greet only your brothers, what more are you doing than others? Do not even the Gentiles do the same? 48You therefore must be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” (Matthew 5:43–48, ESV) “14Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them. 15Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. 16Live in harmony with one another. Do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly. Never be wise in your own sight. 17Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all. 18If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all. 19Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.” 20To the contrary, “if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink; for by so doing you will heap burning coals on his head.” 21Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” (Romans 12:14–21, ESV) Loving of enemies is always directed at INDIVIDUALS and their dealings with PERSONAL foes. No where did Jesus tell us what the GOVERNMENT should do about war and bloodshed. This is True in BOTH Testaments: “5If you see the donkey of one who hates you lying down under its burden, you shall refrain from leaving him with it; you shall rescue it with him.” (Exodus 23:5, ESV) “17Do not rejoice when your enemy falls, and let not your heart be glad when he stumbles, 18lest the Lord see it and be displeased, and turn away his anger from him. 19Fret not yourself because of evildoers, and be not envious of the wicked, 20for the evil man has no future; the lamp of the wicked will be put out.” (Proverbs 24:17–20, ESV) “29“If I have rejoiced at the ruin of him who hated me, or exulted when evil overtook him 30(I have not let my mouth sin by asking for his life with a curse),” (Job 31:29–30, ESV) So We Must Submit to Our Governing Authorities… “1Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God. 2Therefore whoever resists the authorities resists what God has appointed, and those who resist will incur judgment. 3For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Would you have no fear of the one who is in authority? Then do what is good, and you will receive his approval, 4for he is God's servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God's wrath on the wrongdoer. 5Therefore one must be in subjection, not only to avoid God's wrath but also for the sake of conscience. 6For because of this you also pay taxes, for the authorities are ministers of God, attending to this very thing. 7Pay to all what is owed to them: taxes to whom taxes are owed, revenue to whom revenue is owed, respect to whom respect is owed, honor to whom honor is owed.” (Romans 13:1–7, ESV) …Unless they Contradict God's Word “27And when they had brought them, they set them before the council. And the high priest questioned them, 28saying, “We strictly charged you not to teach in this name, yet here you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching, and you intend to bring this man's blood upon us.” 29But Peter and the apostles answered, “We must obey God rather than men.” (Acts 5:27–29, ESV) SO, WHAT'S THE BOTTOM LINE? Can I love my enemy and kill him to protect the innocent and restrain evil? My Dad's story, and many other's who've fought war as well. Classic illustration: Someone breaks into your house and is going to rape and kill your children. You have a gun, do you shoot him? The painful reality of choosing the Lesser of Two Evils. It's bad to allow someone to be killed, BUT it's also bad to kill. In the above, no-win situation, what do you do? Most would say use the gun and I would agree with that. We have to chose between the lesser of two evil's. But it's done as a last resort, in sorrow and with as little personal hatred as possible.
Fr. Jim expounds on the Transfiguration of Jesus according to St. Luke.Luke 9:28b-36Jesus took Peter, John, and Jamesand went up the mountain to pray.While he was praying his face changed in appearanceand his clothing became dazzling white.And behold, two men were conversing with him, Moses and Elijah,who appeared in glory and spoke of his exodusthat he was going to accomplish in Jerusalem.Peter and his companions had been overcome by sleep,but becoming fully awake,they saw his glory and the two men standing with him.As they were about to part from him, Peter said to Jesus,“Master, it is good that we are here;let us make three tents,one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”But he did not know what he was saying.While he was still speaking,a cloud came and cast a shadow over them,and they became frightened when they entered the cloud.Then from the cloud came a voice that said,“This is my chosen Son; listen to him.”After the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone.They fell silent and did not at that timetell anyone what they had seen.Gospel Study: Fr. Jim WilligGospel Narration: Fr. J Michael Sparough, SJNarration: Lili Fuller Narration Producers: Lili Fuller and Joe SofrankoPrimary Music: Michael KramerProducer: Nathaniel Stubblefield
Proclamação do Evangelho de Jesus Cristo segundo Marcos – Naquele tempo, 31Jesus saiu de novo da região de Tiro, passou por Sidônia e continuou até o mar da Galileia, atravessando a região da Decápole. 32Trouxeram então um homem surdo, que falava com dificuldade, e pediram que Jesus lhe impusesse a mão. 33Jesus afastou-se com o homem para fora da multidão; em seguida, colocou os dedos nos seus ouvidos, cuspiu e, com a saliva, tocou a língua dele. 34Olhando para o céu, suspirou e disse: “Efatá!”, que quer dizer: “Abre-te!” 35Imediatamente seus ouvidos se abriram, sua língua se soltou e ele começou a falar sem dificuldade. 36Jesus recomendou com insistência que não contassem a ninguém. Mas, quanto mais ele recomendava, mais eles divulgavam. 37Muito impressionados, diziam: “Ele tem feito bem todas as coisas: aos surdos faz ouvir e aos mudos falar”. – Palavra da salvação.
Naquele tempo, 31Jesus saiu de novo da região de Tiro, passou por Sidônia e continuou até o mar da Galileia, atravessando a região da Decápole. 32Trouxeram então um homem surdo, que falava com dificuldade, e pediram que Jesus lhe impusesse a mão. 33Jesus afastou-se com o homem, para fora da multidão; em seguida, colocou os dedos nos seus ouvidos, cuspiu e com a saliva tocou a língua dele. 34Olhando para o céu, suspirou e disse: “Efatá!”, que quer dizer: “Abre-te!” 35Imediatamente seus ouvidos se abriram, sua língua se soltou e ele começou a falar sem dificuldade. 36Jesus recomendou com insistência que não contassem a ninguém. Mas, quanto mais ele recomendava, mais eles divulgavam. 37Muito impressionados, diziam: “Ele tem feito bem todas as coisas: Aos surdos faz ouvir e aos mudos falar”.
Our world is increasingly holiday focused, not Holy Day focused. The season of Christmas does not begin for the Church until Christmas Day. Father Jim encourages us to celebrate Advent for what it is, a time of preparation.Luke 21: 25-28, 34-36Jesus said to his disciples:“There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on earth nations will be in dismay, perplexed by the roaring of the sea and the waves.People will die of fright in anticipation of what is coming upon the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken.And then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.But when these signs begin to happen, stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand.“Beware that your hearts do not become drowsy from carousing and drunkenness and the anxieties of daily life, and that day catch you by surprise like a trap.For that day will assault everyonewho lives on the face of the earth.Be vigilant at all times and pray that you have the strength to escape the tribulations that are imminent and to stand before the Son of Man.”Gospel Study: Fr. Jim WilligGospel Narration: Fr. J Michael Sparough, SJNarration: Lili Fuller Narration Producers: Lili Fuller and Joe SofrankoPrimary Music: Michael KramerProducer: Nathaniel Stubblefield
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