Category: Weekday Readings
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What Keeps Us Knocking?
This Catholic reflection on Luke 11:5–13 explores persistence in prayer, unanswered requests, and the Holy Spirit’s help as we care for others.
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Who Is Included in Our Daily Bread?
This Catholic reflection on Luke 11:1–4 explores how Jesus teaches us to pray for daily bread, seek forgiveness, and care for the needs of others.
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I Was So Sure I Was Right
This Catholic reflection on Galatians 1:13–24 explores Paul’s conversion and invites us to question our certainty, admit mistakes, and welcome change in others.
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I Was Hoping “Neighbor” Meant Someone Else
Who is my neighbor when someone gets on my nerves? This Catholic reflection on Luke 10:25–37 explores the Good Samaritan’s call to show mercy, practice patience, and love people we find difficult.
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Can I Rejoice Without Having Done Anything?
In Luke 10:17–20, Jesus tells the disciples to rejoice that their names are written in heaven. Annie reflects on measuring a day by what she accomplished and learning to rest in the joy of belonging to God.
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When Has the Church Failed to Listen?
In this reflection on Luke 10:13–16, Jesus’ warning invites the Church to listen to people who have been hurt or pushed aside—and to let what it hears lead to change.
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Shake the Dust Off Your Feet
What does it mean to “shake the dust off your feet” when someone you love has left the Church? A mother reflects on Luke 10:1–12, praying for her grown son and learning when to speak, when to listen, and when to trust Jesus with what happens next.
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I Have a Few Questions for God
In this reflection on Job 9:1-16, Job’s questions remind us that we can speak honestly to God, even when His wisdom is beyond our understanding.
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Apparently, I Would Also Like to Be the Greatest
What does Jesus teach about greatness in Luke 9:46–48? This Catholic reflection explores humility, comparison, recognition, motherhood, and the freedom that comes from serving God without needing to be noticed.
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The Courage to Ask the Questions
This Catholic reflection on Luke 9:43–45 and Ecclesiastes explores the courage to ask difficult questions, the wisdom of growing older, and how faith can deepen through uncertainty, honest dialogue, and trust in God’s love.