Sunday Readings
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Jeremiah 31: 7-9
God will bring men and women home, wherever they are scattered.
Hebrews 5: 1-6
A reflection on the priestly dignity of Christ.
Mark 10: 46-52
Our Lord responds to an appeal and heals a blind man.
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Isaiah 53: 10-11
Those who suffer on behalf of others do not do so in vain, even if they die in the process. God will reach out through their pain and touch the hearts of many people.
Hebrews 4: 14-16
Through Jesus’ life on earth, he knows exactly how difficult it can be to overcome weaknesses. We can, therefore, be confident of his mercy.
Mark 10: 35-45
James and John looked for preferential treatment, Jesus, however, told them that greatness is achieved through service, not through self-aggrandisement.
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Genesis 2: 18-24
At the summit of all creation God forms man and woman.
Hebrews 2: 9-11
God not only created us but, in his Son, took on our human nature.
Mark 10: 2-16
The Lord teaches us the equality of woman with man, and the true greatness of children.
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Wisdom 7:7-11
The wisdom of God helps us to discover what is truly valuable.
Hebrews 4: 12-13
The word of God penetrates the hidden depths of our hearts.
Mark 10: 17-30
The rich man discovers the cost of discipleship. The challenge is for all of us to discover a new scale of values and live by them.
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Numbers 11: 25-29
The Lord is generous in giving his Spirit and does not give it just to a select few.
James 5: 1-6
Our material wealth will do us serious harm unless we use it justly and wisely.
Mark 9: 38-43. 47-48
Jesus warns us that if we keep power just to ourselves we will be in danger of causing a scandal among the little ones.