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Recent readings, reflections, and conversations shared by the Metanoia community.
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How do today’s readings connect to each other? What is the common thread? Readings: Acts of the Apostles 4:1-12, Psalms 118(117):1-2,4,22-24,25-27a, John 21:1-14
Friday within the Octave of Easter · April 10, 2026
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How do today’s readings connect to each other? What is the common thread? Readings: Acts of the Apostles 2:14,22-33, Psalms 16(15):1-2a,5,7-8,9-10,11, Matthew 28:8-15
Monday within the Octave of Easter · April 6, 2026
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How do today’s readings connect to each other? What is the common thread? Readings: Acts of the Apostles 2:14,22-33, Psalms 16(15):1-2a,5,7-8,9-10,11, Matthew 28:8-15
Monday within the Octave of Easter · April 6, 2026
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Tell me more about “Mary Magdalene” in the context of today’s readings. Mary Magdalene is a devoted follower of Jesus, present at both His crucifixion and the empty tomb. Her role as the first to witness and announce the Resurrection emphasizes the importance of women in the gospel message.
Holy Saturday/Easter Vigil · April 4, 2026
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How does the suffering described in Isaiah 52:13-15,53:1-12 and the Gospel account of Jesus' passion (John 18:1-40,19:1-42) bring about healing for us, as suggested by the reflection title 'His Stripes, Our Healing'?
Friday of the Passion of the Lord · April 3, 2026
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Tell me more about this reflection: “Love's Wounds, Family's Grace: A Reflection for Home”
Friday of the Passion of the Lord · April 3, 2026
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Tell me more about “High Priest” in the context of today’s readings. In ancient Israel, the High Priest was the chief religious official, responsible for offering sacrifices and interceding with God on behalf of the people. The Letter to the Hebrews, as heard in the Second Reading, presents Jesus as the new and perfect High Priest, who offered himself as the ultimate sacrifice and continually intercedes for us in heaven.
Friday of the Passion of the Lord · April 3, 2026
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How does today's reflection relate to the Catechism of the Catholic Church? The reflection is titled "Love's Wounds, Family's Grace: A Reflection for Home" and today's Gospel is John 18:1-40,19:1-42.
Friday of the Passion of the Lord · April 3, 2026
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Tell me more about “Feast of Passover” in the context of today’s readings. The Feast of Passover is a week-long Jewish festival celebrating the liberation of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery. It provides the setting for many key events in the Gospels, particularly the institution of the Eucharist.
Thursday of the Lord’s Supper · April 2, 2026
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Tell me more about this reading: Corinthians 11:23-26 (Second Reading)
Thursday of the Lord’s Supper · April 2, 2026