Year B - Monday of the Twenty-Sixth Week in Ordinary Time

Memorial of Saint Jerome, Priest and Doctor of the Church

In Catholic Lectionary Today's readings:

• 📖 First reading: Job 1:6-22
• 📖 Gospel: Luke 9:46-50 😊💫

On this Memorial of Saint Jerome, we celebrate one of the Church's most remarkable biblical scholars. Saint Jerome's passion for Scripture guided his life's work, most famously his translation of the Bible into Latin, known as the Vulgate, which granted broader access to God's Word. 📖✨

In the First Reading, Job loses everything dear to him. Yet, rather than react with anger, he responds in faith: "The LORD gave and the LORD has taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD!" 🕊️🙏 Job’s profound trust shows us how, even in trials, we are called to trust God's plan, even when it's beyond our understanding. 💔

The Gospel shows the disciples arguing about who is the greatest. Jesus responds by using a child as a symbol of greatness, teaching them that true greatness is found in humility and childlike trust. He also says, "Whoever is least among you is the greatest." 🧒💖 Jesus invites us to redefine our ideas of success, prioritizing service and humility over status. 🌿

Saint Jerome lived a life of dedication and humility, despite his vast knowledge. He continually sought deeper understanding of Scripture, reminding us that our faith journey calls for ongoing learning and humble reverence for God's Word. 📜✨ Let us follow his example by embracing humility, trusting in God's plan, and growing through Scripture. 💡🙏

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Today's readings:

• First reading: Ezekiel 18:25-28
• Second reading: Philippians 2:1-5
• Gospel: Matthew 21:28-32

Today's readings explore the theme of conversion and humility in following God's will.

In the First Reading from Ezekiel, we are reminded of God's justice and mercy. It highlights the possibility of conversion, emphasizing that it is never too late to turn from sin and live a righteous life. God desires that all may live, and He is always open to the repentance of sinners.

In the Second Reading, Saint Paul invites us to adopt the humility of Christ. Though Jesus was God, He chose to empty Himself and become a servant, even to the point of death on the cross. This act of profound humility is the model for Christian living — serving others selflessly and being united in love.

Finally, in the Gospel, Jesus tells the parable of two sons, illustrating that it is not our words but our actions that show true obedience to God. Even those who initially refuse but later repent, like the first son, are welcomed into God's kingdom. This parable challenges us to examine our lives and see where we need to align our actions with God's will, humbling ourselves to follow Him fully.

This Sunday’s readings call us to a life of true conversion, humility, and action — a life modeled after Christ’s own example.

Today's readings:

• First reading: Ecclesiastes 11:9–12:8
• Gospel: Luke 9:43b-45

In today’s First Reading from Ecclesiastes, we hear a poetic reflection on the fleeting nature of youth and life itself. The text urges us to enjoy the present but always remember our accountability before God. The imagery of aging and the eventual return of "dust to the earth" is a sober reminder of the brevity of life. This encourages us to seek meaning and purpose beyond mere earthly pursuits, looking towards our eternal relationship with God.

In the Gospel, Jesus forewarns his disciples of his impending suffering, but they struggle to grasp its significance. This hidden message of Christ’s Passion reminds us that there are moments in life when we may not fully understand God’s plan. Yet, we are called to trust in his wisdom, even when it involves difficulty or sacrifice.

Both readings highlight the importance of mindfulness—living with awareness of the shortness of life while also recognizing the profound mystery of God's plan. They invite us to embrace our faith deeply, finding joy in the present but always looking toward our ultimate end in God.