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In today’s stirring Homily, Father Matthew Harrington reflects on the "wondrous way of life" of the martyrs. Drawing from the courage of St. Agatha, who suffered for her devotion to Christ, Father Harrington encourages us to "deny ourselves" and love God above all things. We are reminded that, like the Apostles sent out with nothing but a staff, we are called to rely entirely on God's "heavenly care". This Mass invites us to "see what must be done" and find the spiritual strength to live our faith with constancy and joy.

The Scriptures highlight the passing of earthly power and the beginning of the Gospel mission:
-The First Reading (1 Kings 2:1-4, 10-12): As King David's life draws to a close, he gives his final charge to his son Solomon, urging him to "be worthy of your posts" and to keep the mandates of the Lord. David then rests with his ancestors, and Solomon's throne is firmly established.
-The Responsorial Psalm (1 Chronicles 29): A hymn of praise to the Divine Sovereign: "Lord, you are the ruler of all".
-The Holy Gospel (Mark 6:7-13): Jesus summons the Twelve and sends them out two by two, granting them authority over unclean spirits. He instructs them to take nothing for the journey but a walking stick—no food, no sack, no money—teaching them to trust in Providence as they preach repentance and heal the sick.

Let us pray that these "sacred mysteries" may restore us to holiness and help us to always profess the faith that St. Agatha defended with her life.

Mass Chapters for Navigation

-Introductory Rites / Penitential Act: 1:02
-Collect (Opening Prayer): 2:07
-First Reading: 2:51
-Responsorial Psalm: 4:26
-Gospel: 6:19
-Homily: 7:46
-Prayers Of The Faithful: 11:23
-Liturgy of the Eucharist Begins: 12:35
-Eucharistic Prayer / Consecration: 14:16
-The Lord's Prayer: 21:25
-Communion: 24:11
-Concluding Rites / Final Blessing: 26:58

Theological & Liturgical Context
-Feast Day: Memorial of Saint Agatha, Virgin and Martyr.
-Gospel Focus: The apostolic mission characterized by radical poverty and total dependence on God, which serves as a witness to the urgency of the Kingdom.
-Homily Key Message: We honor the martyrs not just for their death, but for the "constancy" of their faith that inspires us to love God above all earthly attachments.

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