Mass Reading and Reflection on Friday May 29th, 2026: Our Lord vs. The Money Changers

First Reading: (1 Peter 4:7–13)

Responsorial Psalm: R. The Lord comes to judge the earth.

Gospel: (Mark 11:11–26)

Then he taught them, saying,
“Is it not written, My house shall be called
a house of prayer for all peoples?
But you have made it a den of thieves.”

Reflection:

Today Gospel is one of those. Very heavy, the fig tree was cursed to death and the money changers in the temple area drove out. Powerful. We can reflects on the call to live with an eternal outlook, reminding us that “the end is at hand” urges us to focus on what truly matters, prayer, love, and service.

The themes today are:

1. Sacrificial Love
   Loving others deeply unites the Body of Christ and covers a multitude of sins.

2. Stewardship
   Each person receives gifts from the Holy Spirit and is called to use those gifts in service to others.

3. Endurance in Trials
   Suffering is part of discipleship. By sharing in Christ’s suffering, we prepare to rejoice in His glory.

There: We are called to live daily with

• Prayerful hearts
• Selfless service
• Forgiving spirits

Amen!

Have a wonderful weekend.

Pal Ronnie