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08/08/2026

From the Gospel according to Matthew
17:14-20

A man came up to Jesus, knelt down before him, and said,
“Lord, have pity on my son, who is a lunatic and suffers severely;
often he falls into fire, and often into water.
I brought him to your disciples, but they could not cure him.”
Jesus said in reply,
“O faithless and perverse generation, how long will I be with you?
How long will I endure you?
Bring the boy here to me.”
Jesus rebuked him and the demon came out of him,
and from that hour the boy was cured.
Then the disciples approached Jesus in private and said,
“Why could we not drive it out?”
He said to them, “Because of your little faith.
Amen, I say to you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed,
you will say to this mountain,
‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move.
Nothing will be impossible for you.”

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In today's Gospel, Jesus reminds His disciples of the power of faith. When they struggle to heal the boy, Jesus points out that their faith is too little. Even faith as small as a mustard seed can accomplish great things when it is truly placed in God.

This Gospel teaches us that faith is not about having all the answers or being free from doubt. It is about trusting God even when situations seem impossible. Like the mustard seed, our faith may begin small, but when nurtured through prayer and trust, God can use it to bring about transformation.

From the Gospel according to Matthew
17:14-20

A man came up to Jesus, knelt down before him, and said,
“Lord, have pity on my son, who is a lunatic and suffers severely;
often he falls into fire, and often into water.
I brought him to your disciples, but they could not cure him.”
Jesus said in reply,
“O faithless and perverse generation, how long will I be with you?
How long will I endure you?
Bring the boy here to me.”
Jesus rebuked him and the demon came out of him,
and from that hour the boy was cured.
Then the disciples approached Jesus in private and said,
“Why could we not drive it out?”
He said to them, “Because of your little faith.
Amen, I say to you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed,
you will say to this mountain,
‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move.
Nothing will be impossible for you.”

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In today's Gospel, Jesus reminds His disciples of the power of faith. When they struggle to heal the boy, Jesus points out that their faith is too little. Even faith as small as a mustard seed can accomplish great things when it is truly placed in God.

This Gospel teaches us that faith is not about having all the answers or being free from doubt. It is about trusting God even when situations seem impossible. Like the mustard seed, our faith may begin small, but when nurtured through prayer and trust, God can use it to bring about transformation.

06/08/2026

From the Gospel according to Matthew
16:24-28

Jesus said to his disciples,
“Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself,
take up his cross, and follow me.
For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it,
but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.
What profit would there be for one to gain the whole world
and forfeit his life?
Or what can one give in exchange for his life?
For the Son of Man will come with his angels in his Father’s glory,
and then he will repay each according to his conduct.
Amen, I say to you, there are some standing here
who will not taste death
until they see the Son of Man coming in his Kingdom.”

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In today's Gospel, Jesus calls His disciples to a life of faithful commitment: "Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me." Following Christ is not always easy. It requires sacrifice, perseverance, and the willingness to put God's will above our own desires.

Jesus reminds us that true life is not found in chasing temporary success or comfort, but in giving ourselves completely to God. When we embrace our daily crosses with faith and love, we discover the lasting joy and purpose that only Christ can give.

05/08/2026

From the Gospel according to Matthew
17:1-9

Jesus took Peter, James, and his brother, John,
and led them up a high mountain by themselves.
And he was transfigured before them;
his face shone like the sun
and his clothes became white as light.
And behold, Moses and Elijah appeared to them,
conversing with him.
Then Peter said to Jesus in reply,
“Lord, it is good that we are here.
If you wish, I will make three tents here,
one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”
While he was still speaking, behold,
a bright cloud cast a shadow over them,
then from the cloud came a voice that said,
“This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased;
listen to him.”
When the disciples heard this, they fell prostrate
and were very much afraid.
But Jesus came and touched them, saying,
“Rise, and do not be afraid.”
And when the disciples raised their eyes,
they saw no one else but Jesus alone.

As they were coming down from the mountain,
Jesus charged them,
“Do not tell the vision to anyone
until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead.”

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The Transfiguration reminds us that even in moments of difficulty, God's glory is at work.

Like the disciples, we are invited to listen to Jesus, trust His plan, and allow His light to transform our hearts.

When we remain close to Christ in prayer and obedience, His presence gives us the strength to face life's challenges with hope.

From the Gospel according to Matthew
17:1-9

Jesus took Peter, James, and his brother, John,
and led them up a high mountain by themselves.
And he was transfigured before them;
his face shone like the sun
and his clothes became white as light.
And behold, Moses and Elijah appeared to them,
conversing with him.
Then Peter said to Jesus in reply,
“Lord, it is good that we are here.
If you wish, I will make three tents here,
one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”
While he was still speaking, behold,
a bright cloud cast a shadow over them,
then from the cloud came a voice that said,
“This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased;
listen to him.”
When the disciples heard this, they fell prostrate
and were very much afraid.
But Jesus came and touched them, saying,
“Rise, and do not be afraid.”
And when the disciples raised their eyes,
they saw no one else but Jesus alone.

As they were coming down from the mountain,
Jesus charged them,
“Do not tell the vision to anyone
until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead.”

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The Transfiguration reminds us that even in moments of difficulty, God's glory is at work.

Like the disciples, we are invited to listen to Jesus, trust His plan, and allow His light to transform our hearts.

When we remain close to Christ in prayer and obedience, His presence gives us the strength to face life's challenges with hope.

04/08/2026

From the Gospel according to Matthew
15:1-2, 10-14

Some Pharisees and scribes came to Jesus from Jerusalem and said,
“Why do your disciples break the tradition of the elders?
They do not wash their hands when they eat a meal.”
He summoned the crowd and said to them, “Hear and understand.
It is not what enters one’s mouth that defiles the man;
but what comes out of the mouth is what defiles one.”
Then his disciples approached and said to him,
“Do you know that the Pharisees took offense
when they heard what you said?”
He said in reply, “Every plant that my heavenly Father has not planted
will be uprooted.
Let them alone; they are blind guides of the blind.
If a blind man leads a blind man,
both will fall into a pit.”

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In today's Gospel, Jesus teaches that true holiness comes not from merely following outward traditions, but from having a heart that is sincerely devoted to God. He reminds the crowd that what truly matters is the condition of our hearts and the choices we make. Faith is not measured by appearances or rituals alone, but by a life transformed through love, humility, and obedience to God.

The Gospel invites us to look beyond external practices and examine our own hearts.

Are our words and actions reflecting God's love?

As followers of Christ, we are called to live an authentic faith that begins within and shines through in the way we treat others.

From the Gospel according to Matthew
15:1-2, 10-14

Some Pharisees and scribes came to Jesus from Jerusalem and said,
“Why do your disciples break the tradition of the elders?
They do not wash their hands when they eat a meal.”
He summoned the crowd and said to them, “Hear and understand.
It is not what enters one’s mouth that defiles the man;
but what comes out of the mouth is what defiles one.”
Then his disciples approached and said to him,
“Do you know that the Pharisees took offense
when they heard what you said?”
He said in reply, “Every plant that my heavenly Father has not planted
will be uprooted.
Let them alone; they are blind guides of the blind.
If a blind man leads a blind man,
both will fall into a pit.”

-

In today's Gospel, Jesus teaches that true holiness comes not from merely following outward traditions, but from having a heart that is sincerely devoted to God. He reminds the crowd that what truly matters is the condition of our hearts and the choices we make. Faith is not measured by appearances or rituals alone, but by a life transformed through love, humility, and obedience to God.

The Gospel invites us to look beyond external practices and examine our own hearts.

Are our words and actions reflecting God's love?

As followers of Christ, we are called to live an authentic faith that begins within and shines through in the way we treat others.

17/07/2026

From the Gospel according to Matthew 12:1-8

Jesus was going through a field of grain on the sabbath.
His disciples were hungry
and began to pick the heads of grain and eat them.
When the Pharisees saw this, they said to him,
"See, your disciples are doing what is unlawful to do on the sabbath."
He said to them, "Have you not read what David did
when he and his companions were hungry,
how he went into the house of God and ate the bread of offering,
which neither he nor his companions
but only the priests could lawfully eat?
Or have you not read in the law that on the sabbath
the priests serving in the temple violate the sabbath
and are innocent?
I say to you, something greater than the temple is here.
If you knew what this meant, I desire mercy, not sacrifice,
you would not have condemned these innocent men.
For the Son of Man is Lord of the sabbath."

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In today's Gospel, Jesus reminds us that God's law is meant to lead us to love and mercy, not merely to strict rule-following. When His disciples picked grain on the Sabbath, Jesus taught that compassion and human need are more important than rigid legalism. He declares, "I desire mercy, not sacrifice," revealing the heart of God's commandments.

This Gospel challenges us to examine how we treat others. Do we judge quickly, or do we respond with understanding and compassion? Like Jesus, we are called to place love, kindness, and mercy at the center of our actions.

From the Gospel according to Matthew 12:1-8

Jesus was going through a field of grain on the sabbath.
His disciples were hungry
and began to pick the heads of grain and eat them.
When the Pharisees saw this, they said to him,
"See, your disciples are doing what is unlawful to do on the sabbath."
He said to them, "Have you not read what David did
when he and his companions were hungry,
how he went into the house of God and ate the bread of offering,
which neither he nor his companions
but only the priests could lawfully eat?
Or have you not read in the law that on the sabbath
the priests serving in the temple violate the sabbath
and are innocent?
I say to you, something greater than the temple is here.
If you knew what this meant, I desire mercy, not sacrifice,
you would not have condemned these innocent men.
For the Son of Man is Lord of the sabbath."

-

In today's Gospel, Jesus reminds us that God's law is meant to lead us to love and mercy, not merely to strict rule-following. When His disciples picked grain on the Sabbath, Jesus taught that compassion and human need are more important than rigid legalism. He declares, "I desire mercy, not sacrifice," revealing the heart of God's commandments.

This Gospel challenges us to examine how we treat others. Do we judge quickly, or do we respond with understanding and compassion? Like Jesus, we are called to place love, kindness, and mercy at the center of our actions.

15/07/2026

From the Gospel according to Matthew 11:28-30

Jesus said:
"Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened,
and I will give you rest.
Take my yoke upon you and learn from me,
for I am meek and humble of heart;
and you will find rest for yourselves.
For my yoke is easy, and my burden light."

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Jesus extends a comforting invitation: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.” In a world filled with pressures, worries, and uncertainties, Christ reminds us that we do not have to carry our burdens alone. He welcomes us with love and offers peace that the world cannot give.

His yoke is not a heavy burden but a path of love, humility, and trust. When we walk with Jesus, He strengthens us to face life's challenges with courage and hope. True rest is found not in escaping our struggles, but in allowing Christ to walk beside us through them.

From the Gospel according to Matthew 11:28-30

Jesus said:
"Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened,
and I will give you rest.
Take my yoke upon you and learn from me,
for I am meek and humble of heart;
and you will find rest for yourselves.
For my yoke is easy, and my burden light."

-

Jesus extends a comforting invitation: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.” In a world filled with pressures, worries, and uncertainties, Christ reminds us that we do not have to carry our burdens alone. He welcomes us with love and offers peace that the world cannot give.

His yoke is not a heavy burden but a path of love, humility, and trust. When we walk with Jesus, He strengthens us to face life's challenges with courage and hope. True rest is found not in escaping our struggles, but in allowing Christ to walk beside us through them.

14/07/2026

From the Gospel according to Matthew 11:25-27

At that time Jesus exclaimed:
“I give praise to you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth,
for although you have hidden these things
from the wise and the learned
you have revealed them to the childlike.
Yes, Father, such has been your gracious will.
All things have been handed over to me by my Father.
No one knows the Son except the Father,
and no one knows the Father except the Son
and anyone to whom the Son wishes to reveal him.”

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In today's Gospel, Jesus praises the Father for revealing His truth not to those who rely solely on their own wisdom, but to the humble and childlike. This reminds us that faith is not about knowing everything rather it is about trusting God with a sincere and open heart.

As members of our community, we are invited to set aside pride and be willing to learn from God each day. When we approach Him with humility, He opens our hearts to His wisdom and guides us to live with love, compassion, and hope.

From the Gospel according to Matthew 11:25-27

At that time Jesus exclaimed:
“I give praise to you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth,
for although you have hidden these things
from the wise and the learned
you have revealed them to the childlike.
Yes, Father, such has been your gracious will.
All things have been handed over to me by my Father.
No one knows the Son except the Father,
and no one knows the Father except the Son
and anyone to whom the Son wishes to reveal him.”

-

In today's Gospel, Jesus praises the Father for revealing His truth not to those who rely solely on their own wisdom, but to the humble and childlike. This reminds us that faith is not about knowing everything rather it is about trusting God with a sincere and open heart.

As members of our community, we are invited to set aside pride and be willing to learn from God each day. When we approach Him with humility, He opens our hearts to His wisdom and guides us to live with love, compassion, and hope.

11/07/2026

In a world full of noise and distractions, Saint Benedict of Nursia reminds us that true greatness begins with a heart rooted in prayer, discipline, and service. His timeless motto, "Ora et Labora" which means Pray and Work, inspires us to seek God not only in moments of worship but also in our daily studies, responsibilities, and acts of kindness.

As a Catholic learning community, may we follow the example of Saint Benedict by choosing wisdom over pride, peace over conflict, and faith over fear. Let us become young people who lead with humility, live with purpose, and reflect Christ in everything we do.

"Saint Benedict of Nursia, faithful servant of God and model of prayer and diligence, pray for us." 🙏

10/07/2026

From the Gospel according to Matthew 10:24-33

Jesus said to his Apostles:
“No disciple is above his teacher,
no slave above his master.
It is enough for the disciple that he become like his teacher,
for the slave that he become like his master.
If they have called the master of the house Beelzebul,
how much more those of his household!“Therefore do not be afraid of them.
Nothing is concealed that will not be revealed,
nor secret that will not be known.
What I say to you in the darkness, speak in the light;
what you hear whispered, proclaim on the housetops.
And do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul;
rather, be afraid of the one who can destroy
both soul and body in Gehenna.
Are not two sparrows sold for a small coin?
Yet not one of them falls to the ground without your Father’s knowledge.
Even all the hairs of your head are counted.
So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.
Everyone who acknowledges me before others
I will acknowledge before my heavenly Father.
But whoever denies me before others,
I will deny before my heavenly Father.”

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In a world filled with fear and uncertainty, Jesus reminds us that we are deeply loved and never alone. He calls us to trust Him, stand firm in our faith, and live with courage.

Trust in Him.
Do not be afraid.
Live your faith boldly.

For His love is greater than every fear, and His presence is our greatest strength.

From the Gospel according to Matthew 10:24-33

Jesus said to his Apostles:
“No disciple is above his teacher,
no slave above his master.
It is enough for the disciple that he become like his teacher,
for the slave that he become like his master.
If they have called the master of the house Beelzebul,
how much more those of his household!“Therefore do not be afraid of them.
Nothing is concealed that will not be revealed,
nor secret that will not be known.
What I say to you in the darkness, speak in the light;
what you hear whispered, proclaim on the housetops.
And do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul;
rather, be afraid of the one who can destroy
both soul and body in Gehenna.
Are not two sparrows sold for a small coin?
Yet not one of them falls to the ground without your Father’s knowledge.
Even all the hairs of your head are counted.
So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.
Everyone who acknowledges me before others
I will acknowledge before my heavenly Father.
But whoever denies me before others,
I will deny before my heavenly Father.”

-

In a world filled with fear and uncertainty, Jesus reminds us that we are deeply loved and never alone. He calls us to trust Him, stand firm in our faith, and live with courage.

Trust in Him.
Do not be afraid.
Live your faith boldly.

For His love is greater than every fear, and His presence is our greatest strength.

05/07/2026

From the Gospel according to Matthew 11:25–30

At that time Jesus exclaimed:
"I give praise to you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth,
for although you have hidden these things
from the wise and the learned
you have revealed them to little ones.
Yes, Father, such has been your gracious will.
All things have been handed over to me by my Father.
No one knows the Son except the Father,
and no one knows the Father except the Son
and anyone to whom the Son wishes to reveal him."

"Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened,
and I will give you rest.
Take my yoke upon you and learn from me,
for I am meek and humble of heart;
and you will find rest for yourselves.
For my yoke is easy, and my burden light."

—

In a world that constantly demands more, Jesus offers something different not more pressure, but peace.

He does not call the strongest or the most accomplished. He calls the weary, the overwhelmed, and those carrying burdens too heavy to bear alone. His invitation is not to escape life's challenges but to walk through them with Him.

True rest is found not in having a life free from struggles, but in trusting the One who walks beside us. When we surrender our fears, worries, and uncertainties to Christ, He replaces our exhaustion with hope and our heaviness with His gentle strength.

Come to Him.
Lay down your burdens.
Walk with Him.

For in His presence, weary hearts find rest, and tired souls discover renewed strength.

From the Gospel according to Matthew 11:25–30

At that time Jesus exclaimed:
"I give praise to you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth,
for although you have hidden these things
from the wise and the learned
you have revealed them to little ones.
Yes, Father, such has been your gracious will.
All things have been handed over to me by my Father.
No one knows the Son except the Father,
and no one knows the Father except the Son
and anyone to whom the Son wishes to reveal him."

"Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened,
and I will give you rest.
Take my yoke upon you and learn from me,
for I am meek and humble of heart;
and you will find rest for yourselves.
For my yoke is easy, and my burden light."

—

In a world that constantly demands more, Jesus offers something different not more pressure, but peace.

He does not call the strongest or the most accomplished. He calls the weary, the overwhelmed, and those carrying burdens too heavy to bear alone. His invitation is not to escape life's challenges but to walk through them with Him.

True rest is found not in having a life free from struggles, but in trusting the One who walks beside us. When we surrender our fears, worries, and uncertainties to Christ, He replaces our exhaustion with hope and our heaviness with His gentle strength.

Come to Him.
Lay down your burdens.
Walk with Him.

For in His presence, weary hearts find rest, and tired souls discover renewed strength.