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Understanding the Mass / Week 2

Hear the Word

Learn to listen to the readings as living address.

Teaching

In the Liturgy of the Word, Christ speaks to his people through Scripture proclaimed in the assembly.

Scripture reference

Romans 10:17

Prayer prompt

Speak, Lord, your servant is listening.

Practice

Read the Sunday Gospel before Mass.

Reflection questions

  • What word or phrase remained with me?
  • How did the homily invite conversion?

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