The Word on the Word
The Word on the Word with Veronica and Melissa gives you a deeper look at this Sunday’s Mass Readings. You can go further into God’s word every week!
2025-01-19
the word on The Word - Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C
the word on The Word - Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C
1 Corinthians 12:11 “All these are inspired by one and the same Spirit, who apportions to each one individually as he wills.”
How does the Holy Spirit give gifts? In the present! Veronica and Melissa are pointing out the charisms of two of their favorite role models.
For Sunday’s Mass Readings: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2022-01-16
2025-01-12
the word on The Word - Baptism of the Lord, Year C
the word on The Word - Baptism of the Lord, Year C
Luke 3:22 “and the Holy Spirit descended upon him in bodily form, as a dove…”
What starts with a “B” and is a special day you should celebrate? If you said birthday…guess again! Veronica and Melissa share the answer as they reflect on the Baptism of the Lord!
For Sunday’s Mass Readings: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2022-01-09
2025-01-05
the word on The Word - the Epiphany of the Lord, Year C
the word on The Word - the Epiphany of the Lord, Year C
Matthew 2: 10-11 “When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy; and going into the house they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Then, opening their treasures, they offered him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh.”
How do you approach Christ? Melissa and Veronica break down the meaning of the Magi’s visit in honor of the Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord.
For Sunday’s Mass Readings: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2022-01-02
2024-12-29
the word on The Word - Feast of the Holy Family, Year C
The Word On The Word - Feast Of The Holy Family, Year C
Luke 2:48-50 “And when they saw him they were astonished; and his mother said to him, 'Son, why have you treated us so? Behold, your father and I have been looking for you anxiously.' And he said to them, ‘How is it that you sought me? Did you not know that I must be in my Father's house?’”
There’s a lot of options for this Sunday’s readings! Veronica and Melissa are looking at the options for Year C and asking their own question in response to this Gospel.
For Sunday's Mass Readings: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2021-12-26
2024-12-22
the word on The Word - Fourth Sunday of Advent, Year C
The Word On The Word - Fourth Sunday Of Advent, Year C
Luke 1:41 “And when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary, the babe leaped in her womb; and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit…”
Melissa and Veronica are talking about the Visitation this week as they dive into the Gospel for the Fourth Sunday of Advent.
For Sunday's Mass Readings: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2021-12-19
2024-12-15
the word on The Word - Third Sunday of Advent, Year C
The Word On The Word - Third Sunday Of Advent, Year C
Luke 3:10 “And the multitudes asked him, ‘What then shall we do?’…”
Melissa and Veronica are asking that question too as they check out the Gospel for the Third Sunday of Advent.
Bonus challenge: Can you tell us why they’re wearing matching sweatshirts?
For Sunday's Mass Readings: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2021-12-12
2024-12-08
the word on The Word - Second Sunday of Advent, Year C
The Word On The Word - Second Sunday Of Advent, Year C
Ps 126:1-2 "When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream. Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with shouts of joy..."
Have a bad day? Melissa and Veronica are looking for joy despite the situation as they discuss the psalm for the Second Sunday of Advent!
For Sunday's Mass Readings: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2021-12-05
2024-12-01
the word on The Word - First Sunday of Advent, Year C
The Word On The Word - First Sunday Of Advent, Year C
Luke 21:27 "And then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory..."
Melissa and Veronica are breaking down the word on The Word of God and helping you prepare for one of the readings for the First Sunday of Advent!
For Sunday's Mass Readings: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2021-11-28
2024-11-24
Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Year B
the word on The Word – Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Year B
Revelation 1:8 “’I am the Alpha and the Omega,’ says the Lord God, who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty.”
This episode wraps up the liturgical cycle of the word on The Word! Melissa and Veronica discuss the King of the Universe and how we are invited to join Him in His heavenly kingdom!
For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2024-11-24
2024-11-17
Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B
the word on The Word – Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B
Psalm 16:8-9 “I keep the LORD always before me; because He is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. Therefore my heart is glad, and my soul rejoices; my body also dwells secure.”
What does fall have to do with being a child of God? Veronica explains the connection to Melissa in this week’s episode.
For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2024-11-17
2024-11-10
Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B
the word on The Word – Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B
1 Kings 17:11 “And as [the woman] was going to bring it, [Elijah] called to her and said, ‘Bring me a morsel of bread in your hand.’”
Are you willing to share food? What if you’re hungry? Melissa and Veronica highlight the significance of a widow sharing bread with Elijah.
For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2024-11-10
2024-11-03
Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B
the word on The Word – Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B
Deuteronomy 6:4 "Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord.”
How are you supposed to love the Lord? Veronica and Melissa discuss Jesus’ expectation and how to live it practically.
For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2024-11-03
2024-10-27
Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B
the word on The Word – Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B
Mark 10:47 “And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out and say, ‘Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!’"
What are you willing to give up for Jesus? Melissa and Veronica talk about one man’s persistence and what we can learn from it.
For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2024-10-27
2024-10-20
Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B
the word on The Word – Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B
Mark 10:36 “And [Jesus] said to them, ‘What do you want me to do for you?’”
What do you do: ask or demand? Veronica and Melissa look at a moment when two disciples told Jesus what they wanted.
For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2024-10-20
2024-10-13
Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B
the word on The Word – Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B
Mark 10:23 “And Jesus looked around and said to his disciples, ‘How hard it will be for those who have riches to enter the kingdom of God!’”
What does wealth have to do with entering heaven? Melissa and Veronica dive into the topic of inheriting eternal life in this week’s episode.
For Sunday’s Reading: ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2024-10-13