St. Martin de Porres Orlando West

Faith Formation Talk by Br. Zipho Ngwenya: Social Justice

The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Cycle B Sunday, June 6, 2021 First Reading Exodus 24:3-8 The covenant is established between God and the people. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 116:12-13,15-16,17-18 God brings salvation. Second Reading Hebrews 9:11-15 Christ is the mediator of the new covenant. Gospel Reading Mark 14:12-16,22-26 Jesus shares his Last Supper with his disciples.

The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, Cycle B Sunday, May 30, 2021 First Reading Deuteronomy 4:32-34,39-40 Moses teaches the people that Yahweh is the only God. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 33:4-5,6,9,18-19,20,22 A prayer for the Lord’s mercy Second Reading Romans 8:14-17 Through the Spirit, we have been adopted as children of God. Gospel Reading Matthew 28:16-20 Jesus sends his disciples to make di...

Faith Formation Talk: Week 15 ~ Spirituality

Pentecost Sunday, Cycle B Sunday, May 23, 2021 First Reading Acts of the Apostles 2:1-11 The Holy Spirit descends upon the apostles gathered in Jerusalem. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 104:1,24,29-31,34 God’s Spirit renews the earth. Second Reading 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7,12-13 We are all one in Christ Jesus. Gospel Reading John 20:19-23 Jesus appears to his disciples and gives them the gift of the Holy...

First Reading Acts of the Apostles 1:1-11 Jesus is taken up to heaven in the presence of the apostles. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 47:2-3,6-7,8-9 Sing praise to God as he mounts his throne. Second Reading Ephesians 4:1-13 God raised Jesus from the dead and seated him at his right hand. Gospel Reading Mark 16:15-20 Jesus is taken to heaven, and the disciples go forth to preach as Jesus commanded.

Sixth Sunday of Easter, Cycle B Sunday, May 9, 2021 First Reading Acts of the Apostles 10:25-26,34-35,44-48 The gift of the Holy Spirit comes to Cornelius and his household, and they are baptized. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 98:1,2-3,3-4 A song of praise for God’s salvation Second Reading 1 John 4:7-10 God is love. Gospel Reading John 15:9-17 Jesus commands his disciples to love one another.

Faith Formation Talk:Faith and the Believing Community (Part 1)

Fifth Sunday of Easter, Cycle B Sunday, May 2, 2021 First Reading Acts of the Apostles 9:26-31 Paul is accepted by the apostles at Jerusalem. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 22:26-27,28,30,31-32 The whole world shall praise the Lord. Second Reading 1 John 3:18-24 God commands us to believe in Jesus Christ and to love one another. Gospel Reading John 15:1-8 Jesus teaches that he is the vine and that his d...

Fourth Sunday of Easter, Cycle B Sunday, April 25, 2021 First Reading Acts of the Apostles 4:8-12 Peter announces an act of healing in the name of Jesus Christ. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 118:1,8-9,21-23,26,28,29 A prayer of thanksgiving to God for his kindness Second Reading 1 John 3:1-2 God revealed his love for us by calling us children of God. Gospel Reading John 10:11-18 Jesus says that he is t...

Sin in the biblical tradition and the doctrine of sin

Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle B Sunday, April 18, 2021 First Reading Acts of the Apostles 3:13-15,17-19 Peter preaches that Jesus has been raised from the dead and calls upon the people to repent. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 4:2,4,7-8,9 A prayer seeking God’s favor Second Reading 1 John 2:1-5a Those who know God keep his commandments. Gospel Reading Luke 24:35-48 Jesus appears again to his disciples...

Marian Feasts by Br. Ziphozakhe Ngwenya

First Reading Acts of the Apostles 4:32-35 The first Christian community shared their possessions, and no one was needy. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 118:2-4,13-15,22-24 The Lord’s mercy endures forever. Second Reading 1 John 5:1-6 Those who love God keep his commandments. Gospel Reading John 20:19-31 Thomas believes because he sees Jesus.

Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord Sunday, April 4, 2021 First Reading Acts of the Apostles 10:34a,37-43 Peter preaches about Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 118:1-2,16-17,22-23 Rejoice in this day of the Lord. Second Reading Colossians 3:1-4 or 1 Corinthians 5:6b-8 Colossians: Having been raised by Christ, be concerned with what is above. 1 Corinthians: L...

Easter Vigil, Cycle B Saturday, April 3, 2021 First Reading Genesis 1:1—2:2 God creates the heavens and the earth. (shorter form, Genesis 1:1,26-31a) Responsorial Psalm Psalm 104:1-2,5-6,10,12,13-14,24,35 or Psalm 33:4-5,6-7,12-13,20-22 A song of praise to God, the Creator. Second Reading Genesis 22:1-18 (shorter form, Genesis 22:1-2,9a,10-13,15-18) God puts Abraham to the test. Responsorial Psalm...

Good Friday, Cycle B Friday, April 02 2021 First Reading Isaiah 52:13 -53-12 Responsorial Psalm Psalm 30 Second Reading Hebrews 4:14-16, 5:7-9 Gospel Reading John 18:1 -19; 42

Good Friday, Cycle B Friday, April 02 2021 First Reading Isaiah 52:13 -53-12 Responsorial Psalm Psalm 30 Second Reading Hebrews 4:14-16, 5:7-9 Gospel Reading John 18:1 -19; 42 Homily by Br. Xolani

From the Jewish Passover to the Christian Eucharist

Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion, Cycle B Sunday, March 28, 2021 First Reading Isaiah 50:4-7 The Lord’s servant will stand firm, even when persecuted. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 22:8-9,17-18,19-20,23-24 A cry for help to the Lord in the face of evildoers Second Reading Philippians 2:6-11 Christ was obedient even to death, but God has exalted him. Gospel Reading Mark 14:1—15:47 (shorter form: Mark 1...

Fifth Sunday of Lent, Cycle B Sunday, March 21, 2021 First Reading Jeremiah 31:31-34 Jeremiah tells the people that the Lord will make a new covenant with them, planting the law within their hearts. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 51:3-4,12-13,14-15 A prayer for God’s mercy and forgiveness Second Reading Hebrews 5:7-9 Through his sufferings, Jesus gained salvation for all who obey him. Gospel Reading Joh...

The Person of the Holy Spirit

Fourth Sunday of Lent, Cycle B Sunday, March 14, 2021 First Reading 2 Chronicles 36:14-16,19-23 The causes for the Israelites’ captivity in Babylon are described. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 137:1-2,3,4-5,6 A lament from exile for the loss of Jerusalem Second Reading Ephesians 2:4-10 In grace we have been saved, so that we may do the work of the Lord. Gospel Reading John 3:14-21 Jesus tells Nicodemus...

Faith Formation Talks - Week 4 :Easter Time, Ascension & Pentecost

Third Sunday of Lent, Cycle B Sunday, March 7, 2021 First Reading Exodus 20:1-17 (or shorter form, Exodus 20:1-3,7-8,12-17) Moses is given the Ten Commandments. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 19:8,9,10,11 A prayer of praise to God who gives us his commandments Second Reading 1 Corinthians 1:22-25 Paul preaches Christ crucified to the Corinthians. Gospel Reading John 2:13-25 Jesus drives out the moneycha...