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"Jars of Clay Shine by God's Power" — 5th Sun. in Ordinary Time, 2/8/26

"Jars of Clay Shine by God's Power" — 5th Sun. in Ordinary Time, 2/8/26

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Did you know there were Isthmian games in ancient Greece along with the Olympics? Father Chuck weaves a little geography and history lesson into today's homily for some background on St. Paul's message to the Corinthians. We have no need to worry about prestige or other human measures when we have Jesus. Let us each shine God's light in the darkness for others from our earthly "jar of clay".

Catholic Mass readings for the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, February 8, 2026

First Reading: Isaiah 58: 7-10
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 112: 4-5, 6-7, 8-9
Second Reading: First Corinthians 2: 1-5
Alleluia: John 8: 12
Gospel: Matthew 5: 13-16

Here is Father Chuck's book recommendation from today's reading: Pray for Us, 75 Saints Who Sinned, Suffered, and Struggled on Their Way to Holiness
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