Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Vigil Saturday, September 30, 2023 5:00pm

Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Summarized by #AI #OpenAI #ChatGPT --- Reading 1 (Ez 18:25-28): The Lord speaks to the prophet Ezekiel, saying that when the righteous turn away from their righteousness and commit sins, they shall die because of it. But if the wicked turn away from their wickedness and do what is just and right, they shall live. The lesson to be learned is that God is just and fair, rewarding or punishing individuals based on their actions rather than the actions of their ancestors. Responsorial Psalm (Ps 25:4-5, 6-7, 8-9): The psalmist calls upon the Lord, asking Him to show His ways and teach His paths. The Lord is portrayed as merciful and good, guiding the humble and sinners in justice. The lesson to be learned is that those who seek the Lord and His guidance will find mercy and righteousness. Reading 2 (Phil 2:1-11): Paul writes to the Philippians, urging them to be united in love and to have the same mind and purpose. He emphasizes the humility and selflessness of Christ, who though being in the form of God, emptied Himself and became obedient to the point of death. The lesson to be learned is that true unity and love can be achieved through humility and selflessness, following the example of Christ. Alleluia (Jn 10:27): Jesus says, "My sheep hear my voice, says the Lord; I know them, and they follow me." The lesson to be learned is that by listening to and following Jesus, we can have a close relationship with Him and be part of His flock. Gospel (Mt 21:28-32): Jesus tells a parable to the chief priests and elders, comparing two sons. The first son initially refuses to go and work in his father's vineyard but eventually repents and goes. The second son agrees to go but does not. Jesus asks which of the two did the father's will, and the chief priests and elders answer that it was the first son. The lesson to be learned is that actions speak louder than words, and it is important to repent and follow God's commands rather than just making empty promises. --- Full text at: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/reading... #Catholic #bible