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Today’s Scripture Reading

Readings for the Memorial of Saint Jerome, Priest and Doctor of the Church
Reading 1 Zechariah 8:20-23

Thus says the LORD of hosts:
There shall yet come peoples,
the inhabitants of many cities;
and the inhabitants of one city shall approach those of another,
and say, "Come! let us go to implore the favor of the LORD";
and, "I too will go to seek the LORD."
Many peoples and strong nations shall come
to seek the LORD of hosts in Jerusalem
and to implore the favor of the LORD.
Thus says the LORD of hosts:
In those days ten men of every nationality,
speaking different tongues, shall take hold,
yes, take hold of every Jew by the edge of his garment and say,

"Let us go with you, for we have heard that God is with you."

Responsorial Psalm Psalm 87:1b-3, 4-5, 6-7

R. (Zec 8:23) God is with us.
His foundation upon the holy mountains
the LORD loves:
The gates of Zion,
more than any dwelling of Jacob.
Glorious things are said of you,
O city of God!
R. God is with us.
I tell of Egypt and Babylon
among those that know the LORD;
Of Philistia, Tyre, Ethiopia:
"This man was born there."
And of Zion they shall say:
"One and all were born in her;
And he who has established her
is the Most High LORD."
R. God is with us.
They shall note, when the peoples are enrolled:
"This man was born there."
And all shall sing, in their festive dance:
"My home is within you."
R. God is with us.

Alleluia Mark 10:45

R. Alleluia, alleluia.
The Son of Man came to serve
and to give his life as a ransom for many.
R. Alleluia, alleluia.

Gospel Luke 9:51-56

When the days for Jesus to be taken up were fulfilled,
he resolutely determined to journey to Jerusalem,
and he sent messengers ahead of him.
On the way they entered a Samaritan village
to prepare for his reception there,
but they would not welcome him
because the destination of his journey was Jerusalem.
When the disciples James and John saw this they asked,
"Lord, do you want us to call down fire from heaven
to consume them?"
Jesus turned and rebuked them,
and they journeyed to another village.

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Today’s Catholic Reflection

In the readings for the Memorial of Saint Jerome, we are reminded of the universal call to seek the Lord. Zechariah 8:20-23 prophesies a time when people from all nations and languages will come together to seek the Lord, a powerful reminder that God's love and mercy extend to all people, regardless of their background or nationality. The Psalm reinforces this message, proclaiming, "God is with us." This is the essence of our Catholic faith: the belief in a God who is always present, always loving, always seeking to draw us closer to Him.

The Gospel from Luke 9:51-56 provides a stark contrast to Zechariah's vision of unity. Here, we see division and rejection as a Samaritan village refuses to welcome Jesus. Yet, even in the face of this rejection, Jesus responds not with anger or vengeance, but with patience and love, journeying on to another village. This is the model of Christian discipleship that we are called to follow. As Catholics, we are called to seek the Lord, to recognize His presence in our lives, and to respond to rejection not with anger but with love. In doing so, we become a living testament to God's universal love, echoing the words of the Psalm: "God is with us."

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Today's Catholic Highlights:

In today’s Catholic news, a Catholic linguist has praised St. Jerome’s Vulgate, suggesting that modern Bible translations may not always be superior. St. Jerome’s translation of the Bible into Latin, known as the Vulgate, is still highly regarded for its accuracy and literary quality. This perspective challenges the common assumption that newer translations, with their modern language and accessibility, are always better.

In Michigan, a shooting at a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) has prompted an outpouring of solidarity and prayers from the Catholic community. The tragic incident has united different faith communities in mutual support and prayer, demonstrating the power of interfaith unity in the face of violence.

The Religious Liberty Commission recently heard from teachers, coaches, and school leaders in a significant meeting. The discussions focused on the challenges and opportunities related to religious freedom in educational settings. The outcomes of this meeting could have far-reaching implications for religious expression and practice in schools across the country.

In Charlotte, Bishop Michael Martin has restricted the Traditional Latin Mass to one chapel. This decision has sparked a variety of responses, highlighting ongoing debates within the Catholic community about liturgical tradition and modernization.

Finally, an expert has warned of a strategy to annihilate all Christians and Islamize Nigeria. The alarming claim underscores the severe religious persecution faced by many Christians in Nigeria and calls for urgent international attention and action.

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Saint Jerome — Doctor of the Church and Bible translator

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