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IN THIS WEEK’S READINGS

Sunday Readings

Reading I

Ezekiel 2:2-5
I am sending you.
Background

Responsorial Psalm

Psalm 123:1-2, 2, 3-4

Reading II

2 Corinthians 12:7-10
When I am powerless, I am actually strong.
Background

Gospel

Mark 6:1-6a
What kind of wisdom is he endowed with?
Background

Lectionary Link

Sunday readings, backgrounds and questions of the week for lectionary-connected lifelong catechesis.

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