Letters From Home

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Thursday of the Eleventh Week in Ordinary Time by Ms. Joan Watson. Ordinary Weekday/ Romuald, Abbot First Reading: Second Corinthians 11: 1-11 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 111: 1b-2, 3-4, 7-8 Alleluia: Romans 8: 15bc Gospel: Matthew 6: 7-15   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Wednesday of the Eleventh Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. John Bergsma. Ordinary Weekday First Reading: Second Corinthians 9: 6-11 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 112: 1bc-2, 3-4, 9 Alleluia: John 14: 23 Gospel: Matthew 6: 1-6, 16-18   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Tuesday of the Eleventh Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Shane Owens. Ordinary Weekday First Reading: Second Corinthians 8: 1-9 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 146: 2, 5-6ab, 6c-7, 8-9a Alleluia: John 13: 34 Gospel: Matthew 5: 43-48   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com

Dive into reflections on community and faith as key speakers, including Bishop Robert Barron, are honored at a gala. Explore how Paul's teachings in 2 Corinthians 6 reveal the transformative power of divine grace amidst struggles. Discover Jesus' revolutionary message of love through the teaching of turning the other cheek, urging listeners to extend forgiveness even to their enemies. This thought-provoking discussion encourages a deeper understanding of sacrificial love and the essence of being a 'new creation' in Christ.

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Saturday of the Tenth Week in Ordinary Time by Mr. Clement Harrold. Ordinary Weekday/ Optional Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary First Reading: Second Corinthians 5: 14-21 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 103: 1-2, 3-4, 9-10, 11-12 Alleluia: Psalms 119: 36a, 29b Gospel: Matthew 5: 33-37   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com

Dr. Jeffrey Morrow, a commentator from The St. Paul Center, explores profound themes in today's Mass readings. He discusses how St. Paul's reflections show the redemptive power of suffering through Christ’s love, highlighting personal growth amid adversity. Morrow also connects everyday struggles to the sacrament of the Eucharist, emphasizing Christ's presence in our hardships. This conversation fosters a spirit of love and prayer, inviting listeners to embrace their challenges as a path to deeper faith.

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Thursday of the Tenth Week in Ordinary Time by Ms. Joan Watson. Ordinary Weekday First Reading: Second Corinthians 3: 15 – 4: 1, 3-6 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 85: 9ab and 10, 11-12, 13-14 Alleluia: John 13: 34 Gospel: Matthew 5: 20-26   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for the Memorial of St. Barnabas by Mr. Clement Harrold. Barnabas, Apostle Obligatory Memorial First Reading: Acts 11: 21b-26; 13: 1-3 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 98: 1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4, 5-6 Alleluia: Psalms 25: 4b, 5a Gospel: Matthew 5: 17-19   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Tuesday of the Tenth Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Shane Owens. Ordinary Weekday First Reading: Second Corinthians 1: 18-22 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 119: 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 135 Alleluia: Matthew 5: 16 Gospel: Matthew 5: 13-16   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for the Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church by Dr. Scott Hahn. Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church First Reading: Genesis 3:9-15, 2 OR Acts 1:12-14  Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 87:1-2, 3 and 5, 6-7  Gospel: John 19:25-34   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com