Do you sometimes wonder about the meaning of the Eucharistic Prayers said during Mass? In today's homily, Father Chuck helps us understand the power of the prayers of the Mass. Jesus promises in today's Gospel not to leave us, and our prayers welcome Jesus' holiness into our hearts and restore it to the hearts of those who are scattered.

Catholic Mass readings for the Sixth Sunday of Easter, May 10, 2026

First Reading: Acts 8: 5-8, 14-17
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 66: 1-3, 4-5, 6-7, 16, 20
Second Reading: First Peter 3: 15-18
Alleluia: John 14: 23
Gospel: John 14: 15-21

Do you sometimes find it easy to play the blame game when things go wrong? In today's first reading, the apostles avoid blaming others when a problem arises and instead come up with a Spirit-filled solution. When we experience a conflict or disagreement, let us take a deep breath of the Holy Spirit and be part of a solution inspired by God's grace.

Catholic Mass readings for the Fifth Sunday of Easter, May 3, 2026

First Reading: Acts 6: 1-7
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 33: 1-2, 4-5, 18-19
Second Reading: First Peter 2: 4-9
Alleluia: John 14: 6
Gospel: John 14: 1-12

Listen now and learn why joyfully living and proclaiming the Good News and doing the works of Jesus—particularly among the marginalized—are the best ways to honor Paulist Fathers Jim Kolb and Steve Bossi as they mark milestone ordination anniversaries. Hear fellow Paulist Fr. Chuck Kullmann's enjoyable and insighful homily for the Mass honoring Fr. Jim's 50th ordination anniversary (May 15, 1976) and Fr. Steve's 40th (May 10, 1986). The Mass was on Saturday, May 2, here at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church, where Fr. Jim served as pastor for almost 20 years.

Catholic Mass readings for Saturday of the Fourth Week of Easter, May 2, 2026 (Memorial of St. Athanasius)

First Reading: Acts 13: 44-52
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 98: 1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4
Gospel: John 14: 7-14

Did you know that you are one of the "far off" people in today's first reading whom God is calling? Jesus is always at our side through our dark valleys, bringing us abundant life. Let us ask God's help to recognize Jesus's presence in our lives, and that He may work through us to accompany someone going through a dark valley. Helping someone else also lights our way through.

Note: To respect health/medical privacy on the internet, we have edited this recording of the 11am Mass homily.

Catholic Mass readings for the Fourth Sunday of Easter, April 26, 2026

First Reading: Acts 2: 14a, 36-41
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 23: 1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6
Second Reading: First Peter 2: 20b-25
Alleluia: John 10: 14
Gospel: John 10: 1-10

How do you relate to the journey of the two disciples in today's gospel reading? Although we might not recognize Him, Jesus is with us too, sharing the gospel and breaking bread with us on our journey from uncertainty to faith. Let us set out immediately to share the good news with others, and also support our family of faith in the work of God in the Archdiocese of Portland .

Catholic Mass readings for the Third Sunday of Easter, April 19, 2026

First Reading: Acts 2: 14, 22-33
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 16: 1-2, 5, 7-8, 9-10, 11
Second Reading: First Peter 1: 17-21
Alleluia: Luke 24: 32
Gospel: Luke 24:13-35

Have you ever wondered why Thomas was not in the room with the rest of the disciplies? Was it because he wasn't as fearful? Jesus shows His mercy by giving Thomas the gift of faith. Let us ask Jesus to also meet us where we are, so that we can be daring in our faith.

Catholic Mass readings for the Second Sunday of Easter and Divine Mercy Sunday, April 12, 2026

What is our role in Jesus's victory over sin and death, which is still working itself out in people's lives around the world? We can use our free will to seek what is above, asking the Holy Spirit to renew God's gift of faith and hope in us. Let us be a channel of God's good news starting with this 50 days of the Easter season. Please pick up your copy of the Little White Book if you are in the area, for your Easter season reflections.

Catholic Mass readings for Easter Sunday, the Resurrection of the Lord, April 5, 2026

First Reading: Acts 10: 34a, 37-43
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 118: 1-2, 16-17, 22-23
Second Reading: Colossians 3: 1-4 or First Corinthians 5: 6b-8
Alleluia: First Corinthians 5: 7b-8a
Gospel: John 20: 1-9

What can you do for your Big Brother Jesus who has shared His resurrection with you? Let us use our free will to say "Yes" to Jesus's everlasting gift and in the words of Pope Leo, to "be his witnesses even where human history does not see light on the horizon". We will "revolutionize our lives with the power of Christian hope" this Easter season. Please also listen to Father Chuck's distinct Easter Sunday homily.

Catholic Mass readings for Holy Saturday at the Easter Vigil, April 4, 2026

• First Reading:Genesis 1: 1 – 2: 2
• Second Reading: Exodus 14: 15 – 15: 1
• Third Reading: Isaiah 55: 1-11
• Epistle: Romans 6: 3-11
• Gospel: Matthew 28: 1-10