Guest House Daily Reflections
Friday, February 7, 2025 Mark 6:14-29 It is John whom I beheaded. He has been raised. In our readings today, we hear about John being beheaded. He is the one who prepared the way of the Lord. John the Baptist had a group of followers, and when John pointed out Jesus, some of them left […]
Guest House Daily Reflections
Thursday, February 6, 2025 Mark 6:7-13 St. Paul Miki and Companions, Memorial Jesus summoned the Twelve and began to send them out. Our readings today call us to go out and spread the word that the Kingdom of God is at hand. Are we going to be afraid, trembling, and fearful of what God is […]
Guest House Daily Reflections
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 Mark 6:1-6 St. Agatha, Memorial A prophet is not without honor except in his native place. Our readings discuss being coworkers with God and bringing God’s mission to all people. We should bring God’s love, peace, and grace into our world. This message is not for a few but for everyone. […]
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Tuesday, February 4, 2025 Mark 5:21-43 Little girl, I say to you, arise! In our Gospel today, Jesus heals a woman who had been hemorrhaging for twelve years and a little girl who was asleep but not dead. In both instances, the key is [MA1] their faith in the Lord. Their faith heals them. We have […]
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Monday, February 3, 2025 Mark 5:1-20 St. Blaise – Blessing of the Throats Unclean spirit, come out of the man! Today, we hear the story of the man possessed with an unclean spirit. His spirit knows that Jesus is the Son of God and wants to come out of the man. Jesus gives the order, […]
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Sunday, February 2, 2025 Luke 2:22-32 The Presentation of the Lord Feast Today, we celebrate the presentation of the Lord in the temple, where Jesus is presented to the Lord in accordance with the Law of Moses. This day is also called Candlemas Day when the church blesses the candles for use during Masses and […]
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Saturday, February 1, 2025 Mark 4:35-41 Who then is this whom even wind and sea obey Faith is the theme of today’s Gospel. How is your faith? Do you have a strong foundation built on faith? Faith is given to each one of us when we are baptized. We need to grow that gift of […]
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Friday, January 31, 2025 Mark 4:26-34 Saint John Bosco Throughout our readings, Jesus speaks in parables, and people do not always understand their meanings. Only those with open and receptive hearts can understand Jesus’ message and be open to what He is calling us to do in our lives. Loving God, help us understand Your […]
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Thursday, January 30, 2025 Mark 4:21-25 Be careful of how you place your lamp on your nightstand. Make sure you have enough oil in your procession to last for what you need. Do not run out of oil, or your lamp will extinguish before it is time. Lord, our God, help us be the light […]
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Wednesday, January 29, 2025 Mark 4:1-20 How often do we want answers right now? Are we so impatient that we can’t wait a moment? When you sow seeds, you need to be patient for them to take root. Not all seeds will grow and bear fruit. Lord God, help us to continue to bear much […]
