Noon
Saturday, March 13, 2027
Opening
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Hymn
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise him, all creatures here below; Praise him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
Thomas Ken (1637–1711); first published 1674. Public domain.
The reading
Pause in the middle of the day. Read slowly, as if someone were speaking to you.
No Gospel is published for this date.
Matthew 14:22–33
And Jesus promptly compelled his disciples to climb into the boat, and to precede him in crossing the sea, while he dismissed the crowds. And having dismissed the multitude, he ascended alone onto a mountain to pray. And when evening arrived, he was alone there. But in the midst of the sea, the boat was being tossed about by the waves. For the wind was against them. Then, in the fourth watch of the night, he came to them, walking upon the sea. And seeing him walking upon the sea, they were disturbed, saying: “It must be an apparition.” And they cried out, because of fear. And immediately, Jesus spoke to them, saying: “Have faith. It is I. Do not be afraid.” Then Peter responded by saying, “Lord, if it is you, order me to come to you over the waters.” And he said, “Come.” And Peter, descending from the boat, walked over the water, so as to go to Jesus. Yet truly, seeing that the wind was strong, he was afraid. And as he began to sink, he cried out, saying: “Lord, save me.” And immediately Jesus extended his hand and took hold of him. And he said to him, “O little in faith, why did you doubt?” And when they had ascended into the boat, the wind ceased. Then those who were in the boat drew near and adored him, saying: “Truly, you are the Son of God.”
Reflection
What stood out to you, even if you do not know why?
What would you like to tell Jesus?
Silence
Rest here for a minute. Let the reading settle.
Psalm
Psalm 16 (15):11
Ant. You show me the way of life, Lord. Let me follow it in even a small task.
You have made known to me the ways of life; you will fill me with joy by your countenance. At your right hand are delights, even to the end.
Ant. You show me the way of life, Lord. Let me follow it in even a small task.
Today’s lesson from Jesus
Whatever you did for the least of these
Then the King shall say to those who will be on his right: ‘Come, you blessed of my Father. Possess the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. For I was hungry, and you gave me to eat; I was thirsty, and you gave me to drink; I was a stranger, and you took me in; naked, and you covered me; sick, and you visited me; I was in prison, and you came to me.’ Then the just will answer him, saying: ‘Lord, when have we seen you hungry, and fed you; thirsty, and given you drink? And when have we seen you a stranger, and taken you in? Or naked, and covered you? Or when did we see you sick, or in prison, and visit to you?’ And in response, the King shall say to them, ‘Amen I say to you, whenever you did this for one of these, the least of my brothers, you did it for me.’
Matthew 25:34–40
Where do these words meet your day?
Intentions
Add your own personal intentions
Shared by the community
For Mary and Dewey as they begin their life together, may the Holy Spirit be with them and help grow their love for one another through Holy Matrimony.
R. Lord, have mercy.
Prayer on Fire intention
For those who have left the Church, or were hurt in it, let them meet one kind face today.
R. Lord, have mercy.
Prayer on Fire intention
For those who govern, give wisdom, honesty, and a heart for the poor.
R. Lord, have mercy.
Closing
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
God our Father, keep our faith simple. When the day is complicated, let us still know where to find you. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.