He went up on the mountain,
and called to Him
those whom He desired;
and they came to Him.
(Mark 3:13)
The gospel for today taken from Mark 3:13-19 recounts the moment when Jesus appoints the twelve apostles. Here are some key lessons we can learn from this passage:
Divine Calling: Jesus called the apostles by name, signifying that each of us has a unique calling and purpose in God's plan.
Commitment to Discipleship: The apostles left everything to follow Jesus, teaching us the importance of commitment and dedication in our spiritual journey.
Empowerment for Mission: Jesus gave the apostles authority to preach and cast out demons, reminding us that God equips us with the necessary tools and power to fulfill our mission.
Community and Fellowship: The apostles formed a close-knit group, highlighting the importance of community and fellowship in our faith journey.
Diversity in Unity: The apostles came from different backgrounds and had different personalities, yet they were united in their mission, showing us the beauty of diversity within the body of Christ.
Reflecting on these lessons can help us grow in our faith and better understand our role in God's plan.
He called the Twelve, by name and grace,
To walk with Him, to seek His face.
Apostles chosen, hearts aligned,
With purpose clear, their paths defined.
To preach the Word, with voices strong,
To spread His love, where hearts belong.
With power given, demons flee,
In His name, they set souls free.
Together, they would journey far,
Guided by the Morning Star.
In unity, their mission known,
To make His love and mercy shown.
Lord Jesus,
You chose the Twelve, to walk with You, to share Your love. Apostles named, with hearts so brave, to preach Your Word, Your power to save.
Grant us, Lord, the strength to follow, In their footsteps, without sorrow. To spread Your message, far and wide, With Your authority, by our side. May we drive out darkness, with Your light, and stand firm in faith, day and night. Guide us, Lord, in all we do, to honor and glorify You.
Amen.
Pericope:
II: The Mystery of Jesus
THE MISSION OF THE TWELVE
Mark 3:13-19
Gospel Acclamation
God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation.
Gospel | Mark 3:13-19
13 Jesus went up the mountain and summoned those whom he wanted and they came to him. 14 He appointed Twelve, whom he also named Apostles that they might be with him and he might send them forth to preach 15 and to have authority to drive out demons: 16 He appointed the Twelve: Simon, whom he named Peter; 17 James, son of Zebedee, and John the brother ofJames, whom he named Boanerges, that is, sons of thunder; 18 Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James the son of Alphaeus; Thaddeus, Simon the Cananean, 19 and Judas Iscariot who betrayed him.
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