Matthew 3:13-17

“Then Jesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan, to be baptized by him. John tried to prevent him, saying, ‘I need to be baptized by you, and yet you are coming to me?’ Jesus said to him in reply, ‘Allow it now, for thus it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness.’ Then he allowed him. After Jesus was baptized, he came up from the water and behold, the heavens were opened for him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and coming upon him. And a voice came from the heavens, saying, ‘This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.’”

1. Jesus approaches John to be baptized in the Jordan River. Help us to follow His example of humility and obedience to God’s will. May we find inspiration in His humility and strive to live with the same openness to God’s plan.

2. As Jesus is baptized, the heavens open, and the Holy Spirit descends upon Him in the form of a dove. We ask for the gift of the Holy Spirit to guide and strengthen us in our spiritual journey. May we be continually filled with the Holy Spirit, who empowers us to live according to God’s will.

3. The voice of the Father is heard: “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” We pray for the grace to live in a way that pleases God, reflecting His love and righteousness in our actions. May we strive to live in a way that honors and pleases God, just as Jesus did.

4. Jesus sanctifies the waters of baptism, opening the way for our own rebirth into God’s family. May we always cherish our baptism and strive to live as true children of God. May our baptism be a constant reminder of our identity as children of God and inspire us to live faithfully.

5. John acknowledges Jesus as the Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world. We seek to recognize Jesus in our daily lives and respond to His call. Let us be ever mindful of Jesus as the Lamb of God and strive to follow Him with faith and devotion.

6. The Spirit leads Jesus into the wilderness to prepare for His ministry. We pray for the strength to face our own periods of trial and preparation with faith and resilience. May we embrace our own times of trial with the same trust and perseverance that Jesus showed.

7. Jesus’ baptism marks the beginning of His public ministry. May we be inspired to begin anew in our own lives, dedicating ourselves to God’s service and mission. Let us commit to living out our own mission with dedication and enthusiasm, inspired by Jesus’ example.

8. The event demonstrates Jesus’ solidarity with humanity. Help us to remember that He shares in our struggles and supports us in our own trials and temptations. May we find comfort in knowing that Jesus understands and supports us in our challenges.

9. Jesus’ acceptance of baptism highlights the importance of humility and obedience. May we strive to embody these virtues in our daily lives and interactions with others. Let us practice humility and obedience, following Jesus’ example in our own lives.

10. The scene at the Jordan River reveals the unity of the Holy Trinity. May we deepen our relationship with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, embracing their guidance and love. May our understanding and relationship with the Holy Trinity grow stronger, guiding us in our faith journey.

Glory Be
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Oh My Jesus
O my Jesus, forgive us our sins. Save us from the fires of hell. Lead all souls into heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy. Amen.

John 2:1-11

“On the third day there was a wedding in Cana in Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. Jesus and his disciples were also invited to the wedding. When the wine ran short, the mother of Jesus said to him, ‘They have no wine.’ And Jesus said to her, ‘Woman, how does your concern affect me? My hour has not yet come.’ His mother said to the servers, ‘Do whatever he tells you.’ …”

1. Jesus performs His first miracle at the wedding in Cana, turning water into wine. Help us to recognize and trust in the power of Jesus in our own lives. May we have faith in the transformative power of Jesus and seek His intervention in our needs.

2. Mary tells the servants to do whatever Jesus instructs. We pray for the courage to follow Mary’s advice and trust in Jesus’ guidance. May we be attentive to Jesus’ instructions and act with faith and obedience.

3. Jesus addresses the problem of the lack of wine with compassion. We seek to act with kindness and understanding in our own interactions with others. Let us offer help and support to those in need, reflecting Jesus’ compassion in our actions.

4. The water jars are filled to the brim with water, which Jesus turns into the finest wine. We ask for the grace to recognize the blessings that Jesus provides in our lives. May we always be grateful for the abundance and goodness that Jesus brings into our lives.

5. The steward remarks on the quality of the wine, acknowledging the miracle. We pray for the ability to see and appreciate the miracles in our daily lives. May we recognize and give thanks for the many blessings and miracles Jesus provides.

6. Jesus performs this miracle at His mother’s request. We ask for the grace to trust in the intercession of Mary and seek her help in our needs. May we turn to Mary for intercession and guidance, confident in her loving care.

7. The miracle at Cana reveals Jesus’ glory. We pray for the strength to witness to His glory and share His message with others. May we live in a way that reflects the glory of Jesus and bears witness to His love.

8. Jesus’ act at Cana demonstrates His generosity. Help us to be generous and willing to share our blessings with others. May we emulate Jesus’ generosity and contribute to the well-being of those around us.

9. The wedding at Cana signifies the importance of celebration and joy in our lives. We pray for the ability to find joy and celebrate the goodness in our lives. May we embrace the joy of the Lord and share that joy with others.

10. The miracle at Cana points to the abundance of God’s grace. Help us to trust in God’s generous provision and have faith in His promises. May we always trust in the overflowing grace of God and be thankful for His abundant gifts.

Glory Be
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Oh My Jesus
O my Jesus, forgive us our sins. Save us from the fires of hell. Lead all souls into heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy. Amen.

Mark 1:14-15

“After John had been arrested, Jesus came to Galilee proclaiming the gospel of God: ‘This is the time of fulfillment. The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel.’”

1. Jesus begins His ministry by proclaiming the coming of the Kingdom of God. Help us to recognize the importance of God’s Kingdom in our lives and strive to live according to its values. May we embrace the teachings of Jesus and seek to build His Kingdom on earth through our actions.

2. He calls for repentance and faith in the Gospel. We pray for the grace to turn away from sin and fully embrace the message of the Gospel. May we continually repent and align our lives with the teachings of Jesus.

3. Jesus teaches about the Beatitudes, revealing the values of His Kingdom. Help us to embody these values in our daily lives and relationships. May we live out the Beatitudes, reflecting Jesus’ vision of a blessed and righteous life.

4. He heals the sick and performs miracles as signs of the Kingdom’s presence. We ask for faith to believe in the power of Jesus’ healing and transformative work in our lives. May we trust in Jesus’ power to heal and transform us, both spiritually and physically.

5. Jesus forgives sins and extends grace to those who repent. We seek the grace to forgive others and accept God’s forgiveness in our own lives. May we practice forgiveness and accept God’s grace, as Jesus demonstrated.

6. He teaches with authority and challenges existing norms. We pray for the courage to stand firm in our faith and challenge injustices in our society. May we be bold in living out our faith and advocating for justice and righteousness.

7. Jesus calls His disciples to follow Him. We ask for the willingness to respond to His call and commit ourselves to His mission. May we follow Jesus faithfully and dedicate ourselves to His work.

8. He uses parables to teach about the Kingdom. Help us to understand and apply the lessons from these parables in our own lives. May the wisdom from Jesus’ parables guide our actions and decisions.

9. Jesus emphasizes the importance of love and service. We pray for the grace to love others selflessly and serve those in need. May we live a life of love and service, reflecting Jesus’ example.

10. His proclamation of the Kingdom invites us to live with hope and purpose. Help us to embrace the hope and purpose that comes from living in His Kingdom. May we find inspiration and direction in Jesus’ message and strive to fulfill our role in His Kingdom.

Glory Be
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Oh My Jesus
O my Jesus, forgive us our sins. Save us from the fires of hell. Lead all souls into heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy. Amen.

Luke 9:28-36

“About eight days after he had said this, he took Peter, John, and James and went up the mountain to pray. While he was praying, his face changed in appearance and his clothing became dazzling white. …”

1. Jesus takes Peter, James, and John up a high mountain, where He is transfigured before them. Help us to see the divine presence in our everyday lives and to be transformed by it. May we experience moments of divine revelation and allow them to change and uplift us.

2. Jesus’ face shines like the sun, and His clothes become dazzling white. We pray for the grace to reflect His light and purity in our own lives. May we strive to live with purity and let the light of Christ shine through us.

3. Moses and Elijah appear and talk with Jesus. Help us to recognize the connection between the Old and New Testaments and appreciate the fulfillment of God’s promises. May we deepen our understanding of Scripture and see the unity of God’s plan.

4. Peter offers to build three tents for Jesus, Moses, and Elijah. We pray for the humility to understand that our role is to serve rather than to hold onto transient experiences. May we remain humble and focused on serving God, rather than seeking to capture fleeting moments.

5. A cloud overshadows them, and a voice from the cloud says, “This is My beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to Him.” We seek the grace to listen to Jesus and follow His teachings. May we hear and heed the voice of God in our lives, following Jesus faithfully.

6. The disciples fall on their faces, terrified. Help us to overcome our fears and approach God with reverence and trust. May we face our fears with faith, trusting in God’s protective presence.

7. Jesus touches the disciples and tells them to rise and not be afraid. We pray for the courage to rise above our fears and challenges with Jesus’ reassurance. May we find strength and courage in Jesus’ words and rise to meet our challenges.

8. As they descend the mountain, Jesus instructs them not to tell anyone about the vision until after His resurrection. Help us to understand the timing and purpose of revealing our experiences and faith. May we trust in God’s timing and share our faith when it is right and needed.

9. The Transfiguration reveals Jesus’ divine glory and the future glory of His Kingdom. We pray for the hope and anticipation of the eternal glory that awaits us. May we keep our eyes on the promise of eternal glory and live with hope and anticipation.

10. The experience on the mountain strengthens the disciples’ faith. Help us to seek and be strengthened by encounters with God’s glory and presence. May we be transformed and strengthened by our spiritual experiences and encounters with God.

Glory Be
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Oh My Jesus
O my Jesus, forgive us our sins. Save us from the fires of hell. Lead all souls into heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy. Amen.

Luke 22:14-20

“When the hour came, he took his place at table with the apostles. He said to them, ‘I have eagerly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer. For, I tell you, I shall not eat it again until there is fulfillment in the kingdom of God.’ Then he took a cup, gave thanks, and said, ‘Take this and share it among yourselves; for I tell you that from this time on I shall not drink of the fruit of the vine until the kingdom of God comes.’ Then he took the bread, said the blessing, broke it, and gave it to them, saying, ‘This is my body, which will be given for you; do this in memory of me.’ And likewise the cup after they had eaten, saying, ‘This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which will be shed for you.’”

1. Jesus takes bread, gives thanks, and breaks it, giving it to His disciples. Help us to appreciate the gift of the Eucharist and participate in it with reverence. May we approach the Eucharist with a grateful heart and a deep sense of its sacredness.

2. He declares, “This is My Body,” and “This is My Blood,” establishing the new covenant. We pray for a deeper understanding of the mystery of the Eucharist and its significance in our lives. May we recognize the profound mystery of the Eucharist and its role in our relationship with God.

3. Jesus offers Himself as a sacrifice for our sins. Help us to offer ourselves in union with His sacrifice, living lives of self-giving love. May we be inspired to live selflessly, following Jesus’ example of sacrificial love.

4. He washes the feet of His disciples, demonstrating humility and service. We seek the grace to serve others with the same humility and love. May we embrace a spirit of service and humility in our interactions with others.

5. Jesus commands His disciples to “do this in remembrance of Me.” Help us to faithfully celebrate the Eucharist and remember His sacrifice. May our celebration of the Eucharist be a true remembrance of Jesus’ love and sacrifice.

6. The Eucharist is a sign of unity among believers. We pray for unity in the Church and the grace to foster peace and harmony in our communities. May the Eucharist strengthen our unity and help us build a spirit of peace and reconciliation.

7. Jesus’ institution of the Eucharist is a source of grace and spiritual nourishment. Help us to receive the grace of the Eucharist and allow it to transform our lives. May the grace received in the Eucharist empower us to live more fully as disciples of Jesus.

8. The Eucharist foreshadows the heavenly banquet. We pray for a deeper longing for the eternal feast with Christ in Heaven. May our participation in the Eucharist deepen our longing for the eternal banquet and the joy of Heaven.

9. Jesus’ sacrifice is a testament to His love for us. Help us to respond to His love by living lives of gratitude and devotion. May we live each day in response to the immense love demonstrated by Jesus’ sacrifice.

10. The institution of the Eucharist is a reminder of Jesus’ ongoing presence with us. Help us to recognize His presence in the Eucharist and throughout our daily lives. May we always be aware of Jesus’ presence with us, finding strength and solace in His continual companionship.

Glory Be
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Oh My Jesus
O my Jesus, forgive us our sins. Save us from the fires of hell. Lead all souls into heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy. Amen.