We honor our Blessed Mother on this feast of her Immaculate Conception  

Reflections on the readings for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary (December 9, 2019): GN 3:9-15,20; PS 98:1,2-3,3-4; EPH 1:3-6,11-12; LK 1:26-38

MISSIO offers “Mission In Scripture” to nurture a missionary heart, providing reflections on the missionary themes in the readings of Sundays, Feast Days and Holy Days

Today the Church hails the Blessed Virgin Mary on this feast celebrating her Immaculate Conception.

Remaining open to His grace to share His generous spirit...  

Reflections on the readings for the Second Sunday of Advent (December 8, 2019): IS 11:1-10; PS 72:1-2,7-8,12-13,17; ROM 15:4-9; MT 3:1-12

MISSIO offers “Mission In Scripture” to nurture a missionary heart, providing reflections on the missionary themes in the readings of Sundays, Feast Days and Holy Days

John the Baptist knew that he was not the Messiah.

Traveling far and wide to introduce the Lord to many... 

Reflections on the readings for the Memorial of St. Francis Xavier (December 3, 2019): IS 11:1-10; PS 72:1-2,7-8,12-13,17; LK 10:21-24

MISSIO offers “Mission In Scripture” to nurture a missionary heart, providing reflections on the missionary themes in the readings of Sundays, Feast Days and Holy Days

On this memorial celebrating the feast of St. Francis Xavier, we honor him as co-patron of missions.

Let’s ‘ready our souls’ to rejoice! 

Reflections on the readings for the First Sunday of Advent (December 1, 2019): IS 2:1-5; PS 122:1-2,3-4,4-5,6-7,8-9; ROM 13:11-14; MT 24:37-44 

MISSIO offers “Mission In Scripture” to nurture a missionary heart, providing reflections on the missionary themes in the readings of Sundays, Feast Days and Holy Days

Today we begin the Season of Advent as well as the new liturgical year. It is a wonderful opportunity to take stock of our lives as we look forward to rejoicing at the Nativity of our Lord.

Like St. Andrew, we can follow Jesus and share His love with all we meet 

Reflections on the readings for the Feast of St. Andrew (November 30, 2019): ROM 10:9-18; PS 19:8,9,10,11; MT 4:18-22 

MISSIO offers “Mission In Scripture” to nurture a missionary heart, providing reflections on the missionary themes in the readings of Sundays, Feast Days and Holy Days

On this feast of St. Andrew, we celebrate one of the Twelve, an Apostle committed to following Christ.

Let us thank our loving Lord... 

Reflections on the readings for Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2019): SIR 50:22-24; PS 145:2-3,4-5,6-7,8-9,10-11; 1 COR 1:3-9; LK 17:11-19 

MISSIO offers “Mission In Scripture” to nurture a missionary heart, providing reflections on the missionary themes in the readings of Sundays, Feast Days and Holy Days

Thanksgiving has played a significant role in in the life of America. But it has a far longer history stretching from the Old Testament days of gathering to offer prayers and sacrifices in appreciation for God’s great blessings right up to this modern holiday when we take a time from our everyday lives to stop and offer thanks. 

A rule of devoted service 

Reflections on the readings for the Solemnity of Our Lord, Jesus Christ, King of the Universe (November 24, 2019): 2 SM 5:1-3; PS 122:1-2,3-4,4-5; COL 1:12-20; LK 23:35-43 

MISSIO offers “Mission In Scripture” to nurture a missionary heart, providing reflections on the missionary themes in the readings of Sundays, Feast Days and Holy Days

As we come to the end of the liturgical year and look forward to the beginning of Advent, we honor our Jesus, our beloved Lord – Christ the King. 

Celebrating Mary's complete dedication to Almighty God 

Reflections on the readings for the Memorial of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary (November 21, 2019): ZEC 2:14-17; LK 1:46-47,48-49,50-51,52-53,54-55; MT 12:46-50 

MISSIO offers “Mission In Scripture” to nurture a missionary heart, providing reflections on the missionary themes in the readings of Sundays, Feast Days and Holy Days

Today we consider Mary as a child.

Entrust yourself to a greater love... 

Reflections on the readings for the 33^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time  (November 17, 2019): MAL 3:19-20, PS 96:5-6,7-8,9; 2 THES 3:7-12; LK 21:5-19

MISSIO offers “Mission In Scripture” to nurture a missionary heart, providing reflections on the missionary themes in the readings of Sundays, Feast Days and Holy Days

In today’s Gospel, St. Luke sets the scene in the Temple where Jesus addresses His listeners about the destruction of the Temple itself.

Offering help for body and soul...

Reflections on the readings for the Memorial of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini  (November 13, 2019): WIS 6:1-11; PS 82:3-4,6-7; LK 17:11-19

MISSIO offers “Mission In Scripture” to nurture a missionary heart, providing reflections on the missionary themes in the readings of Sundays, Feast Days and Holy Days

Born Francesca Cabrini, St. Frances Xavier Cabrini looked after the well being of great numbers of immigrants in both North and South America.