CATECHISM – 5th Sunday of Year B

Central idea: Confidence in God.
Doctrine: Optimism and hope.
Practical application: Activating hope.

Homiletic Directory

• CCC 547-550: Jesus accompanies words with miracles
• CCC 447, 438, 550: Jesus’ power over demons
• CCC 64, 762, 2595: the role of the prophet
• CCC 922, 1618-1620: virginity for the sake of the Kingdom

The paragraphs were chosen either because they cite or allude to the specific readings, or because they treat topics found in the readings.

By taking up our cross and following Christ, we gain a new way of seeing sickness and frailty. Along with this newness of vision, the Church is given the command from her founder to heal the sick. Since its beginning, the Church has anointed the sick among us, praying for their healing and salvation. Amid their sufferings, the suffering can endure, uniting themselves to Christ’s own afflictions for the sake of the Church. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1506-1513.

5th Sunday of Year B

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See: The Catechism: #888-892

SOURCE: Portland Diocese, Used with Permission