"Blessed are They..." - Readings for 6/8/26

Food for the Journey Classics · Jun 8, 2026 · 13m

In today’s Gospel, Jesus gives us the Beatitudes. They seem counter-intuitive. It is the merciful, the persecuted, the mourners, who will be blessed. Take a look and ask yourself, how much of this forms my life? Do I see myself blessed when I’m poor in spirit? Do I see myself blessed when I mourn my sin? Do I see myself blessed when I’m meek? Open your heart to the Holy Spirit.

Sr Ann reflects on today’s readings:

1 Kings 17:1-6

Psalm 121:1bc-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8

Matthew 5:1-12

Sr. Ann’s Books

Deeper Conversion Extraordinary Grace for Ordinary Times

More of the Holy Spirit

Captured By Mercy

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