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19th Sunday of the Year: We face our fears with faith in Christ. Catholic Inspiration

Fr. Andrew Ricci — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

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Jesus walks on the water to the disciples, confronting their fears with an exhortation to grow in faith.

Mass Readings – 19th Sunday of the Year (#115)

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Daily Mass: The faith of a mustard seed. Catholic Inspiration

Fr. Andrew Ricci — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

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Jesus drives out a demon after the disciples are unable to do so, reminding them of the crucial need to foster their faith.

Mass Readings – Saturday of the 18th Week of the Year (#412)

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St. Dominic, pray for us!

Daily Mass: It is the Lord who deals death and gives life. Catholic Inspiration

Fr. Andrew Ricci — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

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The response from the Book of Deuteronomy instructs us to seek the Lord, who guides us through life and death.

Mass Readings – Friday of the 18th Week of the Year (#411)

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St. Sixtus II & St. Cajetan, pray for us!

Daily Mass: The Transfiguration of the Lord. Catholic Inspiration

Fr. Andrew Ricci — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

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The Transfiguration of the Lord reveals the glory of Christ and inspires us to shine with the light of his understanding, courage, and love.

Mass Readings – Transfiguration of the Lord (#614)

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Light of Christ, shine in our hearts!

Daily Mass: The Lord will guard us, as a shepherd guards his flock. Catholic Inspiration

Fr. Andrew Ricci — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

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Jeremiah reminds us that in our moments of darkness and fear, we turn and follow the Lord our shepherd.

Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 18th Week of the Year (#409)

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Our Lady of the Basilica of St. Mary Major, pray for us!

Daily Mass: Jeremiah proclaims a message of hope in the face of persecution. Catholic Inspiration

Fr. Andrew Ricci — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

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Jeremiah brings hope to the people in the midst of their persecution, reminding them that they are called by God to return to the Lord.

Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 18th Week of the Year (#408)

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St. John Vianney, pray for us!

Daily Mass: Lord, teach me your statutes. Catholic Inspiration

Fr. Andrew Ricci — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

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Psalm 119 invites us to open our minds to receive the wisdom that comes when we seek the light of God’s truth.

Mass Readings – Monday of the 18th Week of the Year (#407)

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Study, Pray, Serve: 19th Sunday of the Year

Fr. Andrew Ricci — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0000

The image depicts a dramatic biblical scene where Jesus walks calmly on turbulent ocean waters near a wooden boat filled with startled and fearful men. The boat, named ‘SIMON PETER,’ is caught in large waves under a dark, stormy sky filled with thick clouds and flashes of lightning. Jesus is illuminated with a soft glow, wearing a white robe and blue sash, standing barefoot on the foaming sea. The contrasting elements of the serene Jesus and the raging storm create a powerful and intense atmosphere.

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Jesus walks on water towards a boat during a stormy night with lightning.

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Jesus walks on water towards a boat during a stormy night.

Let’s explore some of the themes in the readings for Mass on this 19th Sunday of the Year.

1st Reading – 1st Kings 19:9a,11-13a

Elijah takes shelter in a cave at Horeb and encounters mighty wind, an earthquake, and fire…but the Lord is not present in these natural forces.
Elijah then hears a tiny whispering sound, and he recognizes the Lord in the whisper.

Psalm – 85:9-14

“Lord, let us see your kindness, and grant us your salvation.”
We listen to God, and encounter kindness and truth, justice and peace.

2nd Reading – Romans 9:1-5

Paul is in anguish for his own people, the children of Israel, and would wish himself accursed for their sake.
Paul acknowledges that the promises to the Israelites are the glory of the covenants and promises of salvation history, which are fulfilled in Jesus Christ who is over all.

Gospel – Matthew 14:22-33

Jesus dismisses the crowds and goes up the mountain to pray while the disciples are in a boat being tossed about by a storm.
Jesus walks on the water to the disciples, and Peter calls out to him and begins to walk on the water.
When Peter sees the strength of the storm he starts to sink, and Jesus rescues him.

Mass Readings – 19th Sunday of the Year (#115)

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18th Sunday of the Year: An encounter with Christ brings healing and strength. Catholic Inspiration

Fr. Andrew Ricci — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

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Moved with pity, Jesus responds to the needs of the crowd by healing their sick and feeding their bodies and souls.

Mass Readings – 18th Sunday of the Year (#112)

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Daily Mass: Jeremiah remains faithful in a moment of life and death. Catholic Inspiration

Fr. Andrew Ricci — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

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Jeremiah remains adamant regarding his message to the people as God’s prophet. His faith inspires us to be steadfast when the world opposes our faith in Christ.

Mass Readings – Saturday of the 17th Week of the Year (#406)

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St. Alphonsus Liguori, pray for us!