[powerpress] Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time http://universalis.com/mass.htm Sunday September 8, 2013 Reading 1: Wisdom 9:13-18b This week’s first reading comes from the book of Wisdom. This book is generally not found in non- Catholic bibles, but is part of our Canon of scripture and was used at the time of Christ. Here the author… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast – September 1, 2013 Mass Readings and Reflection
[powerpress] Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time (Jerusalem Bible Translation) Liturgy of the Word for September 1, 2013 (USCCB NAB Readings) Lectionary: 126 Reflection begins at the 4:00 minute mark. Reading 1 SIR 3:17-18, 20, 28-29 The book of Sirach, also referred to as the book of Ecclesiasticus in some translations, is a collection of wisdom of the… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast – August 25, 2013 Mass Readings and Reflection
[powerpress] Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time Readings for August 25, 2013 – Lectionary: 120 Reflection starts at 4 minute mark. Reading 1 IS 66:18-21 The week’s first reading from Isaiah doesn’t sound very new to us, but to the Jewish people, this was almost too hard to comprehend. The Jewish people rightfully thought of themselves as the… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast – August 18, 2013 Mass Readings and Reflection
[powerpress] Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time Readings for August 18, 2013 – Lectionary: 120 Reflection starts at 3:30 minute mark. Reading 1 JER 38:4-6, 8-10 This first reading sounds like it comes straight from the storyline of a dama. Jeremiah is caught up in a messy scandal of politics in 7th century B.C. Jerusalem. Unfortunately, we miss… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast – August 11, 2013 Mass Readings and Reflection
[powerpress] Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year C Sunday August 11, 2013 Reading 1 WIS 18:6-9 This week’s first reading comes from a very Catholic book. The book of wisdom comes from what is sometimes referred to as the Apocrypha, but we Catholics just say that it is part of the canon of… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast – August 4, 2013 Mass Readings and Reflection
[powerpress] Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year C August 5, 2013 First Reading ECC 1:2; 2:21-23 This week’s first reading includes a very unique passage. It’s from one of the most difficult books to understand. In fact, this is the only time we’ll hear from the book of Ecclesiastes on a Sunday in… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast: July 28, 2013 Mass Readings and Reflection
[powerpress] Reflection starts at 5:30 minute mark. Seventeenth Sunday of Ordinary July 28, 2013 First Reading GN 18:20-32 In the first reading we see further development of the identity and character of Father Abraham, as we have seen the pat few weeks. Here we see that he has a very personal relationship with God. The… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast: July 21, 2013 Mass Readings and Reflection
[powerpress] Reflection starts at 3:50 minute mark. Sixteenth Sunday of Ordinary First Reading GN 18:1-10A This is a fascinating story that hides some supernatural details. On the surface, this looks like a very simple lesson about the importance of good hospitality, especially in contrast to the difficult times Abraham and Sarah experienced in Egypt… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast: July 14, 2013 Mass Readings and Reflection
[powerpress] Reflection starts at 4:30 minute mark. 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 14, 2013 Reading 1 DT 30:10-14 In the first reading we hear Moses speaking to the people of Israel in contrasts. He compares their faith to those of the neighboring pagans and reminds them of the simplicity of their faith. Sometimes people… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast – July 7, 2013 Mass Readings and Reflection
[powerpress] 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 7, 2013 Reflection starts at 4:15 minute mark. The language in this week’s readings is colorful. If this was your first mass, and first time to hear these readings, I’m sure they would leave quite the impression, but possibly even more confusion. Some of the central themes of… [Read More]
The Theology of Sound
A question for your consideration: Why does music hold such power over the human heart? Let that percolate for a minute, then read on. As a Catholic musician, I am particularly enamored with two things: theology and sound. I dive passionately into the depths of the Eschaton just as eagerly as I plunge myself headlong… [Read More]
Four Keys to Setting Our Families Ablaze – Part 2 of 5 – Faith
“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen … And without faith it is impossible to please Him. For whoever would draw near to God must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who seek Him” (Hebrews 11:1,6) If our families are to be set… [Read More]
To Be a Saint
This should be read as a meditation. There is scripture mingled in and cited, but not always directly quoted. Who am I to be a saint? Am I tired? Am I afraid? Am I inadequate? Moses was inadequate; he admitted it (Ex. 4:10, 13). And what of fear? Will my friends forget me or leave… [Read More]
Jesus has Risen: Giver and Sender
Alleluia! “Ridding oneself of what is repugnant to God’s will should be understood not only of one’s acts but of one’s habits as well. Not only must actual voluntary imperfections cease, but habitual imperfections must be annihilated too.” -St. John of the Cross, Ascent of Mount Carmel On Sunday we celebrated the solemnity of the… [Read More]
What Love Is
Hey. Wanna try a little experiment? Search the Internet for the definition of “love” and see what you get. I tried this just recently and discovered something rather incredible. Specifically, I wanted to know what our society thinks love is. We as Catholics know that society’s understanding of love is pretty screwed-up, but I wanted… [Read More]
Godparenthood
I have been contemplating the unique role of godparents this month, since my husband and I began the new year by celebrating the baptismal date of our sweet goddaughter with a family dinner. We lit her baptismal candle for a song and prayer with her family, and she opened a gift from us with dessert. The… [Read More]
In All Circumstances Give Thanks
That’s all for today, friends. Happy Thanksgiving!!!
How to Read the Bible
When I was a kid – probably around sixth grade or so – I decided that I wanted to read the Bible. I’d heard a lot about this Jesus fellow at church and in Sunday school, but I’d never actually just sat down and read the book He wrote. So I did. Or at least… [Read More]
On Being Prophetic Under Pressure
As I was sitting in daily mass on Tuesday at St Catherine of Sienna in South Austin, the priest began to talk about the prophet Jeremiah. We’ve been hearing from Jeremiah during daily mass for quite some days now. The priest said that one of the main roles of a prophet was to give us… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast: July 22, 2012 Mass Readings and Reflection
16th Sunday in Ordinary Time (New Jerusalem Bible Translation) [powerpress] Skip to 3:50 minute mark to go to reflection. 1st reading – Jeremiah 12:1-6 This week’s readings start with a stern warning. Jeremiah, a true prophet of God, speaks with anger against those that are misleading the people they have been entrusted to lead…. [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast: May 20, 2012 Readings and Reflection
Solemnity of the Ascension of Our Lord (New Jerusalem Bible Translation) [powerpress] Skip to 4:50 minute mark to go to reflection. Acts 1:1-11 Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9; Eph 1:17-23 or Eph 4:1-13 Mark 16:15-20 Reflection done by Cristobal Almanza – @SoulPainter Theme song – Ignite – Soundwave soundwave.cc Background music from JewelBeat Feedback Line Number: (512) 200-ACNM (2266) feedback@austincnm.com http://www.austincnm.com
Furrgivness is Divine
So the kittens have taught me another lesson. (I can only reasonably promise that this blog won’t turn into a Cat-holic blog :)) This past weekend they had a fight. I’m not sure what started it, but I noticed that Boomer did not want to share her cool new toy with her sister. After trying… [Read More]
Seeing God’s love in the wildflowers
This weekend my husband and I went to the Ladybird Johnson wildflower center for a plant sale. It was our first time to go there and it was amazing to see all the different flowers! As a somewhat laissez-faire lawn person – I made sure to point out that many of these flowers are very… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast: March 25,2012 Readings and Reflection
Fifth Sunday of Lent – March 25, 2012 (New Jerusalem Bible Translation) [powerpress] Skip to 4 minute mark to go to reflection. Reading 1, Jeremiah 31:31-34 Responsorial Psalm, Psalms 51:3-4, 12-13, 14-15 Reading 2, Hebrews 5:7-9 Gospel, John 12:20-33 Reflection done by Cristobal Almanza – @SoulPainter Theme song – Ignite – Soundwave soundwave.cc Background music from JewelBeat Feedback Line Number: (512) 200-ACNM (2266)… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast: February 12, 2012 Readings and Reflection
Fifth Week in Ordinary Time [powerpress] Reflection star at 3:00 Link to readings: http://catholic.org/bible/daily_reading/?select_date=2012-02-12 First Reading:Leviticus 13:1-2, 44-46 Second Reading: 1Corinthians 10:31 – 11:1 Gospel Reading: Mark 1: 40-45 Reflection done by Christopher Williston – @cwillistonvi Theme song – Ignite – Soundwave soundwave.cc Feedback Line Number: (512) 200-ACNM (2266) feedback@austincnm.com http://www.austincnm.com
Hearing God’s call even while you’re sleeping, and maybe even if you’re stuck in a whale, figuratively
When is the last time you heard a direct message from God? To have a personal relationship with God means you are in conversation with Him – after all, communication is a key component of relationship. Is your conversation two ways, or does it seem like you’re doing all the talking? We’re only a few… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast: January 29 Readings and Reflection
4th Sunday in Ordinary Time – January 29, 2012 (New Jerusalem Bible Translation) [powerpress] Skip to 3:45 to go to reflection. Reading 1 – Dt 18:15-20 Responsorial – Ps 95:1-2, 6-7, 7-9 Reading 2 – 1 Cor 7:32-35 Gospel – Mk 1:21-28 Reflection done by Cristobal Almanza – @SoulPainter Theme song – Ignite – Soundwave soundwave.cc Background music from JewelBeat Feedback Line Number:… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast: January 1 Readings and Reflection
[powerpress] Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God – January 1, 2012 Skip to 2:52 to go to reflection. Reading 1 – Numbers 6:22-27 Responsorial – Psalm 67:2-3,5,6,8 Reading 2 – 2 Galations 4:4-7 Gospel – Luke 2:16-21 Reflection done by Cristobal Almanza – @SoulPainter Theme song – Ignite – Soundwave soundwave.cc Feedback Line Number: (512) 200-ACNM (2266) feedback@austincnm.com… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast: November 20, 2011 Readings and Reflections
[powerpress] Sunday Says Podcast for Sunday, November 20, 2011 the 34th and final Sunday in Ordinary Time. This is Christ the King Sunday or the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King. Readings this week come from: Reading 1, Ez 34:11-12, 15-17 Responsorial Psalm, Psalms 23:1-2, 2-3, 5, 6 Reading 2, 1 Cor 15:20-26,… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast: November 13, 2011 Readings and Reflection
[powerpress] November 13, 2011 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time 1st Reading- Proverbs 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-3 2nd Reading- 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6 Gospel- Matthew 25:14-30 Reflection by Rita Suva– @ritamgs Theme song – Ignite – Soundwave http://soundwave.cc Feedback Line Number: (512) 200-ACNM (2266) feedback@austincnm.com http://www.austincnm.com
Sunday Says Podcast: November 6, 2011 Readings and Reflection
[powerpress] November 6, 2011 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Reading 1, Wisdom 6:12-16 Responsorial Psalm, Psalms 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 Gospel, Matthew 25:1-13 Skip to 3:55 if you would like to go straight to the reflection. Reflection done by Cristobal Almanza – @SoulPainter Theme song – Ignite – Soundwave soundwave.cc Feedback Line Number: (512) 200-ACNM (2266) feedback@austincnm.com http://www.austincnm.com
My prayer journal is made of iPhone apps.
I pray that anyone who got a succinct email from me today, will forgive any offense; I was tired. It’s entirely my fault and I apologize. But, staying up till 1 AM to find the perfect app to fit my prayer need was well worth it. It probably wouldn’t have taken so long if the… [Read More]
