“Behold, the virgin shall be with child and bear a son, and they shall name him Emmanuel, which means ‘God is with us’” (Matthew 1:23).

Reflections on the readings for the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary (September 8, 2022): MI 5:1-4; PS 13:6; MT 1:1-16,18-23

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 birthday of Mary, let us celebrate the joy of her coming into this same world into which we, too, have been born.

“Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain wisdom of heart.”(Psalm 90:12)

Reflections on the readings for the Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time (September 4, 2022): WIS 9:13-18; PS 90:3-4,5-6,12-13,14,17; PHMN 9-10,12-17; LK 14:25-33

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.

The Blessed Trinity, one God, made us, saved us, and now remains with us supporting and guiding us through time into eternity.

We salute the life and dedication of St. John the Baptist who...

Reflections on the readings for the Memorial of the Passion of St. John the Baptist (August 29, 2022): 1 COR 2:1-5; PS 119:97,98,99,100,101,102; MK 6:17-29

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.

called God’s people to truth and repentance in preparation for the coming of Christ -- and at the cost of his own life.

Jesus Christ asks us to receive and rejoice in the New Covenant that comes to us only through Him...

Reflections on the readings for the Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time (August 28, 2022): SIR 3:17-18,20,28-29; PS 68:4-5,6-7,10-11; HEB 12:18-19,22-24; LK 14:1,7-14

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 His life, death and resurrection is life everlasting for all who believe in and follow Him.

“Let all your works give you thanks, O Lord, and let Your faithful ones bless You. Let them discourse of the glory of your Kingdom and speak of Your might.” (Psalm 145:10-11).

Reflections on the readings for the Feast of St. Bartholomew (August 24, 2022): REV 21:9-14; PS 145:10-11,12-13,17-18; JN 1:45-51

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.

Through their mission and that of all who followed, we are here today to proclaim Jesus, our Lord and our God. 

The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary recognizes the honor that God gives her...

Reflections on the readings for the Memorial of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary (August 15, 2022): 2 Thes 1:1-5,11-12; PS 96:1-2,2-3,4-5; MT 23:13-22

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.

He wants us to celebrate her role in His divine plan for our salvation.

We need to be prepared to lead a life focused on following Christ, knowing that we will have to endure some trying times and situations

Reflections on the readings for the Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time (August 21, 2022): IS 66:18-2; PS 117:1,2; HEB 12:5-7,11-13; LK 13:22-33

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.

We can ask the Holy Spirit to guide our growth in love and faith. We can also ask for help in better trusting and embracing whatever is asked of us by the Divine Will.  

On this Solemnity we honor the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into heaven, body and soul

Reflections on the readings for the Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary (August 15, 2022): REV 11:19;12:1-6,10; PS 45:10,11,12,16; 1 COR 15:20-27; LK 1:39-56

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.

Just as our Lord is in heaven, body and soul, so is the Blessed Virgin Mary. Of all of God’s children, she is most worthy to have received this sacred gift because of her dedication and service...

“The Lord heard my cry. He drew me out of the pit of destruction, out of the mud of the swamp; He set my feet upon a crag; He made firm my steps.” (Psalm 40:3)

Reflections on the readings for the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (August 14, 2022): JER 38:4-6,8-10; PS 40:2,3,4,18; HEB 12:1-4; LK 12:49-53

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.

"You are my help and deliverer; O my God, hold not back!" (Psalm 40:18)

Pay Attention! Be prepared! This is the core of today’s Gospel reading.

Reflections on the readings for the Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (August 7, 2022): WIS 18:6-9; PS 33:1,12,18-19,20-22; HEB 11:1-2,8-19; LK 12:32-48

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.

Jesus calls on us to be vigilant as well as faithful in the way we spend our time. We cannot know our last day or the last day of the world.