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June 18, 2026, Thursday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time-A“Give us today our daily bread…” Matthew 6:11Lord, this part...
06/18/2026

June 18, 2026, Thursday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time-A

“Give us today our daily bread…” Matthew 6:11

Lord, this part of the prayer you gave us is like us offering the Father a blank check. He can write whatever amount he wants on the check. Our Father can look at his beloved children and give us exactly what we need most when we need it. He chooses perfectly from his treasure of material and spiritual blessings and places them here for us. Since he knows what is always best for us we can trust in His awesome generosity. Sometimes the kind of bread he provides is obvious and clear, sometimes it’s subtle and hidden. You know Lord, trusting in the wisdom and love of the Father takes the pressure off me to try to find the right words or to figure out what to pray for. Whatever you wish to send my way today is fine with me because I trust in you. Even if it be a call to change, an opportunity, or a challenge, I know that your grace will always come with it. Thank you Holy Father for the daily bread you provide me today, whatever form it may be. May your kingdom thrive and grow to its fullest within me. Amen.

June 17, 2026, Wednesday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time-A“And your Father who sees in secret will repay you.” Matthew...
06/17/2026

June 17, 2026, Wednesday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time-A

“And your Father who sees in secret will repay you.” Matthew 6:4

Lord, most of us can spot a phony a mile away. A self-serving person can sometimes fool us but not for long. Whether in politics, the business world or even family or friends, our true motives can be disguised for a while but not forever. You encourage us to not be that way in our prayer, charity and fasting. For when we try to impress others with our holiness or goodness, we miss the mark and our prayers and deeds are false. The real “me”—who I am—comes out when nobody is looking. Does that please you? Lord, I turn to you in faith to purify my motives in how I relate to you. Guide my heart and my innermost desires, to please you first and always. Look into my innermost being and connect with me so I can live for you first and foremost. I pray that when I serve you in whatever way you call me it will be out of love and a pure desire to glorify you. Remove from me any selfish motives or self-serving ways that are obstacles to growing in faith and complete trust in you. Lord, I know I cannot hide anything from you. May your light and your love shine within me today. Amen.

June 16, 2026, Tuesday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time-A“So be perfect…” Matthew 5:48Lord, you know me better than I ...
06/16/2026

June 16, 2026, Tuesday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time-A

“So be perfect…” Matthew 5:48

Lord, you know me better than I know myself. You invite me to conversion, to change, growth and maturity in faith. You want me to share the goods with which you’ve blessed me. And most of all you call me to love. But to be perfect at all these things—are you expecting too much of me? Your grace can do amazing things in my life--but perfection? You might as well tell me to fly! I know I can do better. I can practice virtue and work at self-giving. I can even go beyond just sharing my excess time and goods. I can reach out to people I don’t know or have anything in common with--even those who oppose my beliefs. But perfect? Even the saints weren’t perfect. Lord guide my heart to be as complete and full of love as you desire. Make my words and actions as encouraging and helpful as you desire. I give myself to you, do with me what you will. Amen.

June 15, 2026, Monday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time-A“…when someone strikes you on your right cheek, turn the other ...
06/15/2026

June 15, 2026, Monday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time-A

“…when someone strikes you on your right cheek, turn the other one to him as well.” Matthew 5:39

Lord, following you and living by your teaching is not for wimps. These words today don’t make a lot of sense to us by human standards. I guess that’s why the standards of your kingdom are not those of man’s kingdom. The word “retaliation” is not in your dictionary, is it? You have so much to say about how we should manage and nourish our relationships with family, neighbors and those not so friendly to us. It is important to you that I offer no resistance, turn the other cheek, give away my cloak and go the extra mile--all of which require a basic change in my attitude. Where can I begin? This is such a challenging teaching. Today, Lord help me to start small-with one person, one encounter, one effort. I’ll worry about the next one tomorrow. I so need your help to look at others and to treat them as you would. Amen

June 14, 2026, Sunday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time-ATherefore, if you hearken to my voice and keep my covenant, you...
06/14/2026

June 14, 2026, Sunday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time-A

Therefore, if you hearken to my voice and keep my covenant, you shall be my special possession…Ex. 19:5

“Without cost you have received; without cost you are to give.” Mt. 10:8

Lord, you were moved with pity when you saw your people wandering about like sheep without a shepherd. They had lost their way to the Father. They failed to “hearken to your voice” and keep the covenant of love their Father established with them. You knew something had to be done to bring them back to where they could receive the life you offered them. You took a bold move and appointed twelve uneducated, uncultured, and inexperienced fishermen and others to proclaim your kingdom to the people of Israel. You gave them extraordinary authority and power to heal, cast out demons, raise the dead and cleanse lepers. What an astounding step that was! Lord, you still rely on inexperienced, rookie disciples today. I am one of them. I don’t know how to cast out demons, but I can be your instrument of healing, and I can spread the good news of your Kingdom. With your help I can work to bring lost sheep back into the fold. Amen

June 13, 2026, Saturday, THE IMMACULATE HEART OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY“Why were you looking for me”? Luke 2:49Lord, a...
06/13/2026

June 13, 2026, Saturday, THE IMMACULATE HEART OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

“Why were you looking for me”? Luke 2:49

Lord, any parent can understand completely the anxiety and worry Joseph and Mary had when they couldn’t find you. Losing a child is every parent’s worst nightmare. It seems a bit strange that you would ask them this question and not sympathize with their emotions. It probably seemed odd to them as they were confused by your response. Your mother Mary’s heart pondered and treasured all the events, miracles, words and sufferings of your life. She truly is the most blest of all women. Even today because of your sacrifice on the cross her love for you extends to us her children. Love of a mother is a most precious love. We are so blessed to be her children as she holds each one of us close to her heart. Thank you for giving us such a pure, loving and holy Mother. May we never be lost from her care. Holy Mary pray for us. Amen

Jun 12, 2026, Friday THE MOST SACRED HEART OF JESUS-A“You are the people sacred to the Lord, your God:” Dt. 7-6“Come to ...
06/12/2026

Jun 12, 2026, Friday THE MOST SACRED HEART OF JESUS-A

“You are the people sacred to the Lord, your God:” Dt. 7-6

“Come to me all you who labor and are burdened and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28

Lord, our labors and burdens are many. Some struggle with health and constant pain. Single moms don’t have a moment of quiet for themselves. Unemployment and poverty are facts of life for many. Still others are consumed by addictions. Whatever our burdens we look to many places for relief. Lord, save us from being trapped in the darkness of despair. I can’t earn your love, Lord. Your care for me is not a reward for what I’ve accomplished. You offer rest from the burdens not because I deserve it but because of who you are. You can’t stop loving me even if I fail to love you. Dear Jesus, give me a childlike trust in you that you are at my side every day. When life gets overwhelming and I want to give up, take me by the hand and just love me. May I be confident that I never, ever, walk alone. Jesus, meek and humble of heart, make my heart like unto thine. Amen.

June 11, 2026, Tuesday of the 10th Week of Ordinary Time -A ST. BARNABUS, APOSTLEWhen he arrived and saw the grace of Go...
06/11/2026

June 11, 2026, Tuesday of the 10th Week of Ordinary Time -A ST. BARNABUS, APOSTLE

When he arrived and saw the grace of God… Acts 11:23

Lord, your missionary Barnabus was sent to check out what was going on in Antioch. There he “saw the grace of God.” What did he see? What does your grace look like? Whatever he saw changed him. He didn’t return to Jerusalem but sought out Paul and for a year ministered to the new Christians in Antioch. Lord, the Holy Spirit was so active in these young, developing churches. People were beginning to believe in a new way of relating to God. Their relationship with God was now through you. They were inspired to love God and neighbor as you had commanded. They looked to you and to each other for solidarity instead of envy or jealousy. They changed their priorities from giving to self to self-giving. They looked to live like they had been saved. Lord may your grace be visible in us today. May we your disciples be different. May we be renewed by your Spirit to live lives of holiness and commitment. Help me to see your grace at work in every time and place. Show me how to see people and situations as you see them. Faithful St. Barnabus pray for us. Amen.

June 10, 2026, Wednesday of the 10th Week in Ordinary Time-AAnswer me that this people may know that you, Lord, are God ...
06/11/2026

June 10, 2026, Wednesday of the 10th Week in Ordinary Time-A

Answer me that this people may know that you, Lord, are God and that you have brought them back to their sense. 1 Kings 18:37

Lord, how often do we lose our way? How do our priorities, what we see as truly important, get messed up? The people had abandoned you and sought after idols and false gods. This dramatic show of your power woke them up as to who you were. The real miracle here, Lord, is the faith Elijah had in you. He trusted you’d hear his humble prayer and answer. His life literally depended upon your response. I confess, Lord, my faith falls short of that of your prophet. And I sometimes lose my way like the people did. But you came among us to change that. You are our Father’s answer to Elijah’s prayer and mine too. I am so grateful to you for all you do for me. All the ways you continually draw me to yourself. My prayer today is for grater faith in your presence and power in my life. I am ready to depend on you like Elijah did for everything. Amen.

Jun 9, 2026, Tuesday of the 10th Week of Ordinary Time-ASo she left and did as Elijah had said. 1 Kings 17:15“You are th...
06/09/2026

Jun 9, 2026, Tuesday of the 10th Week of Ordinary Time-A

So she left and did as Elijah had said. 1 Kings 17:15

“You are the salt of the earth.” Matthew 5:13

Lord, how am I salt? What do you wish me to learn about you and myself today? Salt was an extremely important compound in the ancient world. Its many uses made it valuable and essential. Its abundance today makes it almost the least expensive item in the grocery. Salt flavors our food making it more attractive. How can I be more salty? Like salt, I am precious, important, and valuable to you. Lord, may I live out attractive qualities like kindness, cheerfulness, thoughtfulness and helpfulness. May I approach joy and sorrow, success and failure with a positive attitude. Dear Jesus, with your grace I can react to setbacks and disappointments as challenges and opportunities to give you glory. Our world is so in need of the flavor or your presence to bring us back to you. As your disciple I can be salt for someone today who is lonely, lost or without hope. I can season the life of one of your children with the awareness of the love which you have for all of them. Amen

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