Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Also Read: Mass Readings for 27 October 2024
First Reading: Jeremiah 31: 7-9
The Joyful Return of the Exiles
With weeping they shall come, and with consolations, I will lead them back, I will let them walk by brooks of water, in a straight path in which they shall not stumble; for I have become a father to Israel, and Ephraim is my firstborn. (9)
As the remnants of Israel returned from exile, they sang this song! We humbly ask the Lord to return and give us the consolations we need today! We believe in his saving grace!
In Jesus’ name, Amen!
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 126: 1-6
Restore our fortunes, O Lord, like the watercourses in the Negeb. May those who sow in tears reap with shouts of joy. (4,5)
Amen, Alleluia!
Second Reading: Hebrews 5: 1-6
Every high priest chosen from among mortals is put in charge of things pertaining to God on their behalf, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins. (1)
So also Christ did not glorify himself in becoming a high priest but was appointed by the one who said to him, “You are my Son, today I have begotten you” (5)
Do we feel “chosen”? Do we have things in our charge? Will we be accountable for the resources under our stewardship? How are we responding to His call?
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Alleluia: Second Timothy 1: 10
It has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior Christ Jesus, who abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel. Alleluia!
Gospel: Mark 10: 46-52
Healing
Jesus said to him, “Go; your faith has made you well.” Immediately he regained his sight and followed him on the way. (52)
We hear Him calling out, we can’t see Him, yet when we are told by those around us to take heart and go to Him; we do just that! We ask the Lord Jesus, son of David, “Heal us O Lord, we may not be sure what we need healing from anymore! But heal us!” He says: “Your faith has made you well!” So we believe and live in good health!
We know who lives in us! In Jesus’ name, Amen!
