On the Feast of Pentecost, we celebrate the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles, marking the birth of the Church. As recounted in Acts 2:1-11, the Spirit descended upon them like tongues of fire, enabling them to speak in diverse languages, a symbol of the universal mission of the Gospel. In Psalm 103, …
The Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord, observed on May 12th, marks the momentous event of Jesus Christ ascending into heaven forty days after his resurrection. This divine act not only affirmed his victory over death but also signified his exaltation and ongoing presence with believers through the Holy Spirit. For Christians, it serves …
First Reading – Isaiah 63:16b-17,19b;64:2-7Isaiah prays for the Lord’s forgiveness of the people. Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 80:2-3,15-16,18-19A prayer for the Lord’s protection Second Reading – 1 Corinthians 1:3-9Paul gives thanks to God for the faith of the Corinthians. Gospel Reading – Mark 13:33-37Jesus warns his disciples to be watchful so that they will be …
First Reading – Ezekiel 34:11-12,15-17God himself will shepherd the people of Israel. Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 23:1-2,2-3,5-6The Lord is our shepherd. Second Reading – Corinthians 15:20-26,28Because Christ has been raised from the dead, all those who have died will also be raised. Gospel Reading – Matthew 25:31-46Jesus teaches that when the Son of Man comes …
