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Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle B

19 Apr 2015

SUNDAY SUMMARY Acts of the Apostles 3:13-15, 17-19 The ignorance of the guilty leads to a second chance to hear the truth and to repent. Psalm 4:2, 4, 7-8, 9 The light of God shines on those who welcome the divine presence. 1 John 2:1-5a The first generation of church writes to us to keep us from sin. Luke 24:35-48 The Resurrection cannot be doubted, as it continues to break into the gathered church.

Acts of the Apostles 3:13-15, 17-19 Psalm 4:2, 4, 7-8, 9 1 John 2:1-5a Luke 24:35-48 Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle B

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19 Apr 2015 - Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle B

Penitential Act Invitation We turn to God to ask for the forgiveness God has promised us. Invocations God our Lord, you sent us the Holy One, your Son Jesus the Christ. Lord, have mercy. Christ our Lord, your sacrifice wipes out our sins. Christ, have mercy. God our Lord, you call us to repent and return to you. Lord, have mercy. Prayer of the Faithful The universal prayer Scripture calls our Lord Jesus the Author of Life. We offer the needs of the human family to the source of life. God our Lord, you are the origin of all love. Help us to see and share your love among us.Lord, hear our prayer. God our Lord, you wipe out our sins. Help us to turn to you for forgiveness. Lord, hear our prayer. God our Lord, your Son’s victory over death is revealed at his supper. Help us draw closer to you in the Eucharist. Lord, hear our prayer. In this Year of Consecrated Life, may God continue to bless the men and women in consecrated life and strengthen their commitment to follow Jesus. Holy and righteous God, as we follow your commandments we show our love for you, and we believe you hear the prayers we make to you, for the glory of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle B

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04 May 2014 - Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle A

Penitential Act Invitation Brothers and sisters, let us acknowledge our sins, and so prepare ourselves to celebrate the sacred mysteries. Invocations God our Lord, you show us the path of life. Lord, have mercy. God our Lord, in you we take refuge. Christ, have mercy. God our Lord, you reveal yourself to us. Lord, have mercy. Prayer of the Faithful The universal prayer The Lord is ever before us, and we are filled with joy at God’s presence as we make our prayers: That the church may witness to the resurrection and exaltation of Jesus through the Holy Spirit poured out upon it, we pray, Lord, hear our prayer. That the world may trust not in what is perishable but in the power of God, we pray, Lord, hear our prayer. That those who experience uncertainty, fear, and anxiety find the lasting companionship of God, we pray, Lord, hear our prayer. That in the breaking of the bread this community encounters the life-giving and transforming power of God, we pray, Lord, hear our prayer.

Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle A

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14 Apr 2013 - Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle C

Penitential Act Invitation God forgives our sins. In a spirit of repentance we turn to God’s mercy. Invocations Lord, for when we do not offer you gratitude and praise. Lord, have mercy. Lord, for when we have been unwilling to follow you. Christ, have mercy. Lord, for when we have not shared your love with others. Lord, have mercy. Prayer of the Faithful The universal prayer The anger of the Lord lasts but a moment, the psalm proclaims, but God’s goodwill a lifetime. Confident in God’s favor, we pray for our needs and those of the world. That the church obey and follow the ways of God, we pray, Lord, hear our prayer. That all the peoples of the world give glory and praise to God through their practice of justice and peace, we pray, Lord, hear our prayer. That all those persecuted because of what they believe find liberation from their oppression, we pray, Lord, hear our prayer. That this community of faith shows its love for God in body and spirit, we pray, Lord, hear our prayer. We trust that our God who grants us repentance and forgiveness hears our prayers, which we make in the name of Jesus Christ, exalted to God’s right hand as our shepherd and savior.

Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle C

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10 Apr 2016 - Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle C

Penitential Act Invitation God forgives our sins. In a spirit of repentance we turn to God’s mercy. Invocations Lord, for when we do not offer you gratitude and praise. Lord, have mercy. Lord, for when we have been unwilling to follow you. Christ, have mercy. Lord, for when we have not shared your love with others. Lord, have mercy. Prayer of the faithful The universal prayer The anger of the Lord lasts but a moment, the psalm proclaims, but God’s goodwill a lifetime. Confident in God’s favor, we pray for our needs and those of the world. That the church obey and follow the ways of God, we pray, Lord, hear our prayer. That all the peoples of the world give glory and praise to God through their practice of justice and peace, we pray, Lord, hear our prayer. That all those persecuted because of what they believe find liberation from their oppression, we pray, Lord, hear our prayer. That this community of faith shows its love for God in body and spirit, we pray, Lord, hear our prayer. We trust that our God who grants us repentance and forgiveness hears our prayers, which we make in the name of Jesus Christ, exalted to God’s right hand as our shepherd and savior.

Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle C

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22 Apr 2012 - Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle B

Penitential Act Invitation We turn to God to ask for the forgiveness God has promised us. Invocations God our Lord, you sent us the Holy One, your Son Jesus the Christ. Lord, have mercy. Christ our Lord, your sacrifice wipes out our sins. Christ, have mercy. God our Lord, you call us to repent and return to you. Lord, have mercy. Prayer of the Faithful The universal prayer Scripture calls our Lord Jesus the Author of Life. We offer the needs of the human family to the source of life. God our Lord, you are the origin of all love. Help us to see and share your love among us.Lord, hear our prayer. God our Lord, you wipe out our sins. Help us to turn to you for forgiveness. Lord, hear our prayer. God our Lord, your Son’s victory over death is revealed at his supper. Help us draw closer to you in the Eucharist. Lord, hear our prayer. Holy and righteous God, as we follow your commandments we show our love for you, and we believe you hear the prayers we make to you, for the glory of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle B

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08 May 2011 - Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle A

Penitential Act Invitation Our journey of salvation through the season of Easter continues with faith that God will never abandon us. Invocations Lord, open our eyes to your presence. Lord, have mercy. Lord, deliver us from fruitless works and guide us to building your Reign. Christ, have mercy. Lord, your are our refuge and hold our lives in your hands. Lord, have mercy. Prayer of the Faithful The universal prayer Our God opens our eyes to the mighty words, deeds, and resurrection of Jesus. In prayer we turn to God present to us here and now. Like the disciples of Emmaus, we hope for a redeemer. May this Easter season rekindle our hope for the renewal of the world, help for the poor and suffering, justice for all peoples, and peace, we pray to the Lord. Like the disciples of Emmaus, we walk with Jesus on our earthly pilgrimage. May we live this sojourn with reverence for God alive in creation, we pray to the Lord. Like the disciples of Emmaus, we are called to share the gospel with others in our words and actions. May we go forth from this Eucharist to love and serve the Lord, we pray to the Lord. Lord our God of life, you invite us to the table of your Word and body. Hear the prayers of your church, the community you gather around the risen Christ. We ask this through the same Christ our Lord.

Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle A

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18 Apr 2010 - Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle C

Prayer of the Faithful The universal prayer The risen Lord appeared to his disciples at the lake to encourage their faith. Pray with me that the Lord strengthen us spiritually so that we may follow him with thanksgiving and love. • For our pope, the successor of Peter, that he may tend the flock with courage and truth, and feed the lambs with hope, we pray to the Lord. • For all who are oppressed because of their Christian faith; for brothers and sisters living in China, Saudi Arabia, and other countries that do not allow the authentic expression of Christian faith, that God give them courage and perseverance, we pray to the Lord. • For all who have denied their faith, that they be reconciled by the love of God shown to them in Jesus Christ, we pray to the Lord. • For peace in the world, that all nations lay down the weapons of war and come together at the table of reconciliation, we pray to the Lord. Lord Jesus Christ, you feed us with a banquet of love. May the cares and concerns of life never stand in the way of our mission and ministry of bringing your saving love to all the world, for you live now in glory with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen.

Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle C

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18 Apr 2010 - Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle C

When I was a kid there was a narrow, shallow, stagnant pond that ran for half a mile or so between two sets of railroad tracks near my home. In the summer we would spend hours at a time there trying to catch crayfish. How they got there, I’ll never know. They must have descended from crustaceans that populated the pond long before the railroads came through. Our fishing methods weren’t sophisticated: We’d tie a hunk of baloney on the end of a string and drop it alluringly in front of a large rock, old discarded gas can, or thick stand of weeds. Eventually the baloney would lure a hidden crayfish out into the open and its large claw would close on the meat in a vicelike grip. We could then yank our prize out of the water and into a waiting bucket. We’d watch it crawl around and around the bucket for a while and then release it. Chasing crayfish taught us the habit of simply observing nature. It taught us to pay attention, to see what was there and what more might be there. There’s always more under the surface than first meets the eye. That was Jesus’ lesson to the apostles this week, when he invited them to cast their nets one more time after a disappointing night of fishing. They followed Jesus’ lead and hauled in an abundant harvest. Watch with great expectation, and your life will know abundance.

Authors Tom McGrath

recognition fishing Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle C

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18 Apr 2010 - Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle C

My dad made breakfast every weekday morning for himself long before the rest of us were awake, and every weekend for the whole family. Scrambled eggs were his specialty. A stint as ship’s cook in the Navy preparing an endless supply of powdered eggs served as the impetus for ever-more adventurous recipes. His favorite extra ingredients were onions, peppers, Worcestershire sauce, and a dash of Tobasco to spice things up. He never left a dirty dish in the sink. He’d wash his plate, knife, fork, and juice glass, and scour the iron skillet and heat it dry on the stove. His office was based out of our house, so he’d often have friends, relatives, and sales associates stop by for coffee in the morning. They were fascinated by his breakfast ritual of cooking and cleaning up. He was a big, playfully gruff guy and his care and attention to detail surprised them. Years later, my dad’s younger brother, who had been a regular visitor to our house, was helping us care for my mother after my dad died. One morning I stopped by the house and caught Uncle Jim scraping the remnants of the egg he had cooked for Mom, washing the plate, and heating the pan to dry on the stove. In these small ways, Jesus’ lambs are fed.

Authors Patrice J. Tuohy

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