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Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
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June 30, 2024(Readings on USCCB website)
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Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time: O God, who through the grace of adoption chose us to be children of light, grant, we pray, that we may not be wrapped in the darkness of error but always be seen to stand in the bright light of truth. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
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He took the child by the hand and said to her, “Talitha koum,” which means, “Little girl, I say to you, arise!” The girl, a child of twelve, arose immediately and walked around. [At that] they were utterly astounded. He gave strict orders that no one should know this and said that she should be given something to eat (Mk 5:41-42).
Today's Memorial of the First Martyrs of the Holy Roman Church is superseded by the Sunday Liturgy.
Commentary on the Sunday Mass Readings for the Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle B:
The First Reading is taken from the Book of Wisdom 1:13-15; 2:23-24 and references a truth which is clearly stated for the first time in the whole Old Testament — man's real destiny is an unending life with God.
The Second Reading is from the Second Letter of St. Paul to the Corinthians 8:7, 9, 13-15. St. Paul urges the Corinthians to give generously toward the collection he is organizing for the poor Jewish converts in Palestine.
The Gospel is from St. Mark 5:21-43 or 5:21-24, 35-43. Today's gospel gives us two further proofs of the divine power and the infinite mercy of our Savior. Apart from the primary purpose of proving his claim to be the promised Messiah, all his miracles had as their aim and end — the benefit of suffering human beings. He worked no miracle for the sake of astonishing people or to satisfy idle gossip. Each one was performed in order to help someone in distress. All who were helped by his miracles of mercy had one thing in common — they were motivated by trust in his mercy and power. The leper in Matthew (8:2) expressed the sentiments of them all: "Lord, if only you will you can cleanse me (of my leprosy)." In many cases, as for instance that of Jarius above, it was a relative or friends who showed this faith and confidence. It was always present either in the fortunate person or in the relative or friend who asked for the miracle.
The Gospels give us only some of the many miracles our Lord worked. They give them to prove that he was what he claimed to be — the Son of God and the long-expected Savior; and also to prove his compassionate understanding and sympathy for suffering humanity.
We must not forget, however, that the meaning of his miracles and his mission was lost on thousands of his contemporaries in Palestine, small though the country was. While great throngs followed our Lord and listened to his message and were interested in his mission, still great throngs remained at home, stolidly immersed in their worldly tasks and thoughts. They heard rumors about the man from Nazareth who was said to be the Messiah, and was supposed to be able to work miracles, but they were too practical, too sensible to listen to such rumors. Anyway they had no interest in the Messiah, or in silly spiritual things, they were fully occupied with their financial and worldly interests.
Has the world changed much in nineteen centuries? How many millions of nominal Christians ignore Christ and his Gospel today, millions who are too practical, too down-to-earth to waste time on such a silly thing as their eternal salvation! How many millions are spiritually sick and dying but who have not the faith, humility and confidence of Jairus, to cast themselves at the feet of Jesus and ask him to cure them? How fortunate would not people be if they would repeat the leper's prayer: "Lord, if only you will you can make me clean"; if they could, like the suffering woman in today's Gospel, break through the throng of worldly pride, worldly interests and worldly associates and touch the hem of his garment; if they had the faith of Jairus; if only they could say to our Lord "come and lay your hands upon me so that I may be made well and live."?
Today, let us say a fervent prayer of thanksgiving to God for the gift of active faith which he has given us and beg of him to keep that faith ever alive in our breasts. Let us think, too, of our fellowmen, our brothers in Christ, who are so busy with their worldly occupations and pleasures that they cannot find time to listen to his message. They are spiritually anemic and almost spiritually dead, but cannot push their way toward Christ through the throngs of earthly, worldly barricades which they have built about themselves. Our sincere prayers can help them to overcome these obstacles; frequently and fervently let us ask God to send them his efficacious grace so that these brothers in Christ will also be with him in heaven.
—Excerpted from The Sunday Readings by Fr. Kevin O'Sullivan, O.F.M.
FAQs
Death entered the world through the work of the devil. As Christ became poor for our sake, so must we share with those in need from our abundance. Jesus heals a woman afflicted with a hemorrhage and raises Jairus's daughter from death.
What is the Sunday reading for June 30th 2024? ›
Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B 30th June 2024. Lectionary readings: Lamentations 3 v22-33; Psalm 30; 2 Corinthians 8 v7-15; Mark 5 v21-43. The flow of God's love.
What is the reflection of the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time 2024? ›
This Sunday's Gospel reminds us that with a deep and patient faith, we can affirm that Jesus can make us whole again. Throughout the scriptures, Jesus seeks out those who are broken and in need of healing.
What is the reading for the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time year B? ›
The first reading for the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B, from Wisdom 1:13-15; 2:23-24, teaches that God did not create death and does not enjoy the destruction of life. God created everything to flourish and made humanity in His image, intended to live forever.
What is the Bible verse June 30 2024? ›
John 15:12-13. "My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends."
What is the gospel reflection for June 30 2024? ›
In today's gospel reading, we have two miraculous healings: the cure of a woman with a hemorrhage and the raising of a little girl from death to life. Both healings were immediate and complete, demonstrating Jesus' divine authority over every evil, even death.
What day does June 30th fall on in 2024? ›
June 30, 2024 was ...
26th Sunday of 2024. on the 27th week of 2024 (using US standard week number calculation). 10th day of Summer. There were 84 days left till Fall.
What is the prayer of the day June 30 2024? ›
We seek your blessing upon this land and upon your world. Lord, have mercy, have mercy on us. Father, strengthen our bonds of love. We pray that children may be brought up with respect and freedom, that each may have proper spiritual nourishment.
What is the gospel for June 13 2024? ›
Today's reading is from the Gospel of Matthew 5:20-26. "For I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. You've heard that it was said to the men of old, 'You shall not kill, and whoever kills shall be liable to judgment.
What are the Sundays in Ordinary Time? ›
In the Church of England, Sundays during "Ordinary Time" in this narrower sense are called "Sundays after Trinity", except the final four, which are termed "Sundays before Advent". In the Episcopal Church (United States), it is normal to refer to Sundays after Epiphany and Sundays after Pentecost (not Trinity).
as old as your fear; as young as your hope, as old as your despair. Yes, the world is a dangerous place, but we who call ourselves Christian must make it our aim to make it a more hospitable place and in doing so, welcome God in our midst.
Why is Ordinary Time part of the church year? ›
Ordinary Time celebrates Jesus' teaching and ministry. It gives us time to reflect on how we live as Christians. We have thirty-three weeks to examine and 'order' our lives while we focus on a particular Gospel, in a three-year cycle, and to enter it deeply. We are presently in Year A, the year of Matthew.
What is the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time reflection? ›
Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A
Jesus explains an interesting consequence of choosing to love family members more than God. The result of loving a family member more than God is that one is not worthy of God. This is a strong statement meant to evoke serious self-reflection.
What is the homily of the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B? ›
Today, the thirteenth Sunday of ordinary time, we celebrate the Lord, who generously gave us life. So, he desires that we should prosper in the health of the body and mind. This was why he offered his son so that we might have life to its fullness. In today's first reading, God reminds us of his plan and desire for us.
How many year cycles are there for the Sunday readings in Ordinary Time? ›
The Sunday cycle is divided into three years, labeled A, B, and C.
What does Sunday in Ordinary Time mean? ›
Ordinary Time thus includes the days between Christmastide and Lent, and between Eastertide and Advent. The liturgical color assigned to Ordinary Time is green. The last Sunday of Ordinary Time is the Solemnity of Christ the King.
What is the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time year a homily? ›
as old as your fear; as young as your hope, as old as your despair. Yes, the world is a dangerous place, but we who call ourselves Christian must make it our aim to make it a more hospitable place and in doing so, welcome God in our midst.
What is the prayer of the faithful 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time? ›
Lord in your mercy
PRIEST: God our Father, you have revealed your love for us in the death and Resurrection of Jesus your Son. Increase our love for one another that we may be your disciples in name and in truth. We make this prayer through Christ our Lord.
What week is Ordinary Time Catholic calendar? ›
In Ordinary Time, we learn the teachings of Christ and work to build up the Kingdom of God! Ordinary Time begins on Monday after the Sunday following January 6th, and continues until Tuesday before Ash Wednesday.
